On a similar note and sorry to top the thread...but what are the contract terms like for broadband, are they all 12 months 24 months or are there any that offer short term, casual contracts?
-----Original Message----- From: Robert Fisher [mailto:rob...@fisher.net.nz] Sent: Wednesday, 23 September 2009 4:15 pm To: linux-users@it.canterbury.ac.nz Subject: Re: Good broadband provider in Christchurch On Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:25:22 Dan Wallis wrote: > Hello > > I'm currently living in the UK, and am moving to Christchurch in > January. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good ISP in NZ? > When I was growing up (in NZ), Clear.net.nz were good, but that was > back in the days of dial-up. Is the information on > http://www.internetchoice.co.nz reliable? I use and recommend Orcon. They have provided me and many customers with good service and they consistently rate high in Customer satisfaction. > How long does it typically > take to get a DSL line installed, Xtra (Telecom) used to be difficult, especially when they were supplying the connection for another ISP. I considered it anti competitive but got nowher when I complained to the Commerce Commission. > or would you recommend going > wireless? I have my own DSL router, so it'd be nice to be able to use > that; although I'm yet to determine if it's 2+ ready. > > Thanks > Dan > -- Regards, Robert -------------------------------------------------------------- Robert Fisher (aka - Rob, Bob, Robbie, Robbo, Fish) www.fisher.net.nz Phone: 03 383 5807 Mobile: 027 228 4698 ********************************************************************** This electronic email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. The views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender and may not necessarily reflect the views of the Christchurch City Council. If you are not the correct recipient of this email please advise the sender and delete. Christchurch City Council http://www.ccc.govt.nz **********************************************************************
