Internet in Emerald Isle
Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Emerald Isle area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.
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$67.28/mo
Emerald Isle Residential Internet Coverage
The city of Emerald Isle is its beautiful as its name, located on Bogue Banks on the Crystal Coast. While only 3,600 people call this city home, up to 50,000 people flock to this area during vacation season. Whether you're in need of Internet for your year-round home or your vacation home, start by checking out the listings on this page.
One of the most prominent Internet service providers in the Emerald Isle area is CenturyLink. Depending on what kind of connection speed you're looking for and what your budget is, you might choose DSL or fiber optic service through CenturyLink. The network is quite flexible, supporting several different download speeds.
Another main provider in Emerald Isle is Spectrum. Spectrum, a national cable company, has a network that runs across all of Emerald Island and extends into other coastal communities. The network also stretches inland to include other parts of North Carolina. Those who choose Spectrum can enjoy some of the area's highest download speeds.
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Summary of Emerald Isle internet providers
Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
Technology Type
DSL:
DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.
Cable:
Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.
Satellite:
Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.
Fiber:
Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.