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Packet 8 digital services search engine not only finds you the most comprehensive list of internet, cable, and voice providers in your area, it lets you compare them directly with each other and create your own service package. Here's how it works:
  1. Enter your home phone number. If you don't have a home phone number, or just use a cell phone, simply check the box.
  2. Over 20 providers will supply their service options located in your area.
  3. You can compare and price-shop, based on your needs - and purchase all of your services at one time.
Assistance Center
Please use the following chart to help you choose the service that is right for you. Then use the form above to search for digital services in your area. If you need further assistance, visit your local Staples store where a digital service specialist can help you with your order.
Broadband Service
Best for . . . . .
Upload Speed
Download Speed
Static IP Available
Phone Service Required
Dial-up
Occasional internet usage
56 Kbps
56 Kbps
N
Y
Cable broadband
Checking email, internet browsing, music and video download
384 Kbps
6 Mbps
N
N
DSL
Checking email, internet browsing, music and video download
1.5 Mbps
5 Mbps
Y
Y
IDSL
Locations where cable and other DSL are not available
144 Kbps
144 Kbps
Y
Y
Satellite
Locations where cable and other DSL are not available
384 Kbps
384 Kbps
N
N
Expanded satellite
Home-based businesses where cable & DSL are not available
1.54Mbps
1.54Mbps
Y
N
VoIP
Cost-conscious consumers looking to reduce LD bills, used in tandem with all broadband connections
1.54 Mbps
1.54Mbps
Y
N
Assistance Center
Please use the following chart to help you choose the service that is right for you. Then use the form above to search for digital services in your area. If you need further assistance, visit your local Staples store where a digital services specialist can help you with your order.
Broadband Service
Best for Businesses with……..
Upload Speed
Download Speed
Static IP Available
SLA
Price Range
ADSL. SDSL
Home or small offices with no more than 10 employees with minimal Internet usage. Small restaurants & retailers, dry cleaners, coffee shops, etc
1.5 Mbps
5 Mbps
Y
N
$65 to $250
IDSL
Businesses that require a backup data connection, disaster recovery solution or POS connectivity Preferred option when no other form of high-speed is available
144Kbps
144Kbps
Y
N
$90 to $115
T1
Online gaming, smart homes, and home based businesses requiring significant data
1.54Mbps
1.54Mbps
Y
N
Fractional, Integrated, Full Data T1
Businesses looking for voice and/or data on a true business class connection Professional offices, large retailers, insurance, financial services - 15 or more employees actively using the internet
1.5Mbps
1.5Mbps
Y
Y
$350 to $700
DS3, OC3, Fiber
Large corporations, call centers, data centers, and companies with significant bandwith requirements
1 Gbps Mbps
1 Gbps Mbps
Y
Y
$6000 to $8000
Private Line (Point to Point)
Multiple Location organizations with a need for high voice qualifty VoIP and secure data connections Fortune 1000 and multi-state operations
1.54 Mbps
1.54 Mbps
Y
Y
$400 to $900
Virtual Private Networks
Any company looking for secure, offsite network capabilities for remote or mobile employees. Real estate, insurance, professional offices, sales organizations, pharmaceuticals
Various
Various
Y
Y
$100 to $600
VoIP
Businesses wanting the advantages of broadband telephony, decreased LD rates, and total mobility
1.5 Mbps
1.5 Mbps
Y
Y
$350 to $750