Wireless Internet Providers in Colorado Key Terms

Terms to know when choosing a wireless Internet provider in Colorado

When you decide to get wireless service for your Colorado based business, you'll see that there are many wireless Internet providers to choose from. Get to know some of the lingo and terminology used by wireless providers. An understanding of these key terms can help you choose the company that will provide the best coverage for your needs and location.

 

Hot spot

Hot spots are locations that provide free wireless Internet access. These locations are usually libraries, coffee shops and restaurants. In some cases you'll need to make a purchase to take advantage of Internet service.
Try: The Wi-Fi FreeSpot Directory provides a list of hot spots in Colorado.

Colorado Wireless Exchange Cooperative

The Colorado Wireless Exchange Cooperative is a member-owned and operated non-profit cooperative that provides high-speed wireless data connectivity for residential, business and government customers. The coop uses a combination of repeater radios to offer bi-directional high-speed data connections in areas where fiber and other alternatives are not available.
Try: See the Colorado Wireless Exchange Cooperative website for more information.

BWE WISP Directory

The Broadband Wireless Exchange (BWE) is a private corporation that promotes companies in the broadband wireless industry. It provides a database of Colorado wireless providers.
Try: View the directory of Colorado wireless providers at the Broadband Wireless Exchange website.

Antenna

Wireless Internet requires a wireless antenna. Providers either offer an antenna as part of the installation service or recommend an antenna for customers to purchase. Some specifications to examine in an antenna include range, supported protocols, latency, frequency and polarization. An antenna also should have an all-weather enclosure.
Try: See Precision Communications for a list of necessary antenna specs.

Internet Service Agreement

Most wireless providers will provide an Internet Service Agreement. This agreement specifies information about payment, bandwidth, services and support.
Try: See Zirkel Wireless, a Colorado wireless provider, for an example of an Internet Service Agreement.

Remote support

Some Internet wireless providers offer remote support. With this feature, customers can click on a screen to give support technicians access to a computer that is having a problem. This allows the provider to troubleshoot and repair the problem, without any involvement from the customer.
Try: Check out AZCI for information about the provider's remote support services.

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