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Denman internet committee discusses satellite and phone options

A Denman Island Internet Committee contributor describes tethering a cellphone and satellite service as options for residents seeking internet access.

The Denman Firestarter · reporting 2019-10-03 · compiled 2026-10-01

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A contributor to the Denman Island Internet Committee wrote about cellphone tethering and satellite service as two ways to access the internet on Denman.^[1]

The article says cellphone tethering depends on having cellphone reception and describes it as an expensive option. It also says some areas of Denman have no cellphone coverage.^[1]

The article describes Xplornet as a satellite-based service and says trees or buildings can obstruct the signal. It gives approximate speeds of 24 Mbps for downloads and 8 Mbps for uploads, and notes that the service can be affected by latency and weather.^[1]

The article asks Denman residents who did not complete an earlier survey to complete a survey being conducted by the Hornby Internet Committee, saying the surveys help demonstrate community support and involvement to governments.^[1]

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