A startling study recently released by the US Department of Commerce claims that nearly 40 percent of Americans do not have access to broadband Internet. There are many reasons for this, but the current administration wants to improve the broadband coverage offered by cable and DSL providers. Since everything takes time to get approved in Washington, those left without access to cable or DSL can still get broadband internet in more rural corners. Satellite Internet is the latest technology and is not limited to access through cable or telephone networks.

The ability to access the Internet is essential to stay up-to-date on news and weather. Major news networks and major newspapers have their own websites that are updated quite frequently. In addition to these national news providers, almost all of the local affiliates of the major networks also have their own websites. The network websites provide the latest news to the users, and the local websites also provide the latest regional and local news to the users.

The news is essential to keep the population well informed about the important events that happen at the national and international level. Broadband Internet gives users without cable or satellite television access to the latest and breaking news from major news networks like CNN and MSNBC. It also basically provides free access to newspapers and magazines from all over the world. Instead of going out and buying a New York Times for 2 a copy, a person with broadband Internet can access it for free through their Internet connection.

Paper mail is becoming increasingly obsolete. Most people connect with each other through email and other web-based programs. In addition to that, it is possible to stop receiving your bills by mail. Almost all major companies have websites that allow subscribers to manage their accounts online. The websites are secure and password protected so you can rest assured knowing that only you will see your account statements and activity.

In addition to a decline in standard mail, there is also a decline in the use of personal checks as a form of payment. With the introduction of the debit card, most people with a checking account at a bank are given a card that works just like a credit card. This allows people to shop online, pay their bills, and even manage their bank accounts over the Internet.

Instead of receiving their electricity or phone bills in the mail and switching to electronic payments, people can save a lot of time and trouble. The customer simply sets up an account on the company’s website and will receive an email notification when an invoice is posted or a payment is received. There is no longer a need to spend gas to drive to the post office; the same can be accomplished in a few minutes on the personal computer.

Broadband Internet access is required to take advantage of conveniences such as these that the Internet has to offer. Broadband Internet service is available through satellite Internet services, so there is no need to wait until a bill is passed by Congress. After the bill passes, it could be a couple of years before all the updates go into effect. Satellite Internet can provide the same service now.