Getting an internet connection in Bangalore

The choices of internet providers are abound. The list has all the popular names - BSNL (Govt), Tata Indicom (VSNL), Hathway, AirtelT, Reliance etc.

The types of plans offered can be quite confusing - like cellphone plans. Plans can be volume based (download GBs), time based (hours), Speed (64-512KB) or a combination of all.

One can get a connection in less than a week if the provider offers internet in the area. A quick phone call brings the rep to your door within 24 hours. It takes a day to determine if the area is serviced by the provider. If yes, the connection is made within 2-3 days.

Unfortunately for us, most of the providers don't offer service in the building we're in. This is because it's a new community. We hope to get hooked up to the net in another week - lets see!