Broadband Guide

Your security level for your AT&T Yahoo

ruby — Tue Feb 17, 2009 10:51 am

Author: ruby

Posted: Tue Feb 17, 2009 10:51 am

Adjusting the Internet security level in the AT&T Yahoo! browser and Internet Explorer can increase or decrease your level of security while browsing the Internet. The directions below describe how to adjust your browser's security level.
To configure Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 (Windows)
1. Select Internet Options from the Tools menu.
2. Click the Security tab at the top of the Internet Options window.
3. Click the appropriate Web content zone icon.
4. Verify your Web content zone selection by reviewing the Web content zone description displayed in real-time beneath the Web content zone box.
5. Use the vertical slide control bar to select one of the following security levels:
� Medium
� Medium-low
� Low
Note: A detailed description for each level will be displayed adjacent to the vertical slide control as you move the control up or down.
6. Click the Apply button.
7. Click the OK button to finalize your security level selection for that particular Web content zone.

What is the cost of Road Runner self-installation?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:13 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:13 am

The self-installation kit is free, however, you may incur a shipping and handling charge on your first months bill.

What is the cost of Road Runner professional installation?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:13 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:13 am

There is a one-time fee for the service provider to go to your home and set up the service. This fee varies by service provider. Review each plan details for specific installation fees.

What does term of service mean?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

This identifies additional limitations and information about the service.

What are cancellation details?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

This refers to any cost associated with breaking a service contract with the provider. Cable companies do not require a contact to be signed to receive their services.

What are system requirements?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:11 am

These are the minimum capabilities your computer must have in order to support a particular broadband service. It will typically specify the operating system, memory, processor speed, open ports and/or drives required.

What does dynamic IP address mean?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

A dynamic Internet protocol address is a temporary number assigned to your computer by your service provider. This number or "address" allows other on the Internet to communicate with your computer. A dynamic IP is typically assigned for a certain length of time after which the address is returned to a pool of IP addresses. The next time you log on or begin a new session, a new dynamic IP will be assigned.

What does static IP address mean?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

A static Internet protocol address is a unique number assigned to your computer by your service provider. Static IPs are permanent numbers that always identify your computer to others on the Internet. Many providers limit the number of static IPs they assign. Some providers also charge additional fees for additional static IPs. Certain two-way applications such as VoIP (Voice over IP) require static IP addresses in order to work correctly.

What is web storage?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

This is the amount of storage space on the service provider's network that you are able to use. This is most useful for storing e-mails.

Can I also have dial-up access?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:10 am

This refers to the ability to access your account through a dial-up connection (e.g., from a remote location). Although you may not have high speeds, you will have access to your e-mail and account information.

How many e-mail accounts can I have?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:09 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:09 am

This refers to the number of separate e-mail accounts that are included with the service. The number of e-mail accounts available varies by service provider.

Difference between upstream and downstream speeds?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:09 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:09 am

Information passes between your computer and the Internet in two directions: upstream and downstream. Information that flows upstream is sent from your computer to the Internet, such as sending e-mail attachments or playing two-way games. Information that flows downstream is from the Internet to your computer, such as surfing the Web or downloading files. Please note that broadband service speeds are an estimate. The actual speed varies by provider and may vary.

What is contract length?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:08 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:08 am

This is the commitment you must make to receive the indicated price and promotions. If a contract is necessary when you sign up for service, there may be a penalty for breaking it.

What is equipment cost?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:08 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:08 am

This refers to the cost of the hardware you need to run the service. Depending on the plan and options you order, this cost may not be included in your Internet service order.

What is equipment description?

forum-admin — Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:07 am

Author: forum-admin

Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 8:07 am

This refers to the hardware you need to run the Internet service. Depending on the plan and options you order, hardware may not be included in your Internet service order.