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Shop the best Stony Brook University internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
Shop local providers*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 92.86%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 93%, broadband coverage in Stony Brook University is comparable to the rest of New York - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Stony Brook University area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Stony Brook University residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Stony Brook University, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Stony Brook University area, and 92.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Stony Brook University's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Stony Brook University are Verizon, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Stony Brook University.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Stony Brook University residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Stony Brook University’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Stony Brook University residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Stony Brook University covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Stony Brook University to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook University, $56.24.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Stony Brook University, $0.35.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Stony Brook University. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook University's providers, 116 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Stony Brook University covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Stony Brook University residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook University, $56.24.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Stony Brook University, $0.35.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Stony Brook University. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook University's providers, 116 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Stony Brook University covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Stony Brook University where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook University, $56.24.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Stony Brook University, $0.35.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Stony Brook University. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook University's providers, 116 Mbps.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Stony Brook University with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Stony Brook University. The next fastest internet provider in Stony Brook University is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Stony Brook University with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook University, $56.24.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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