Saturday, April 4, 2015

Low Cost Internet & Computers

Who offers discounts on computers and home Internet service for low-income residents?
Four companies offer high-speed Internet in Seattle, all for around $10 a month, and some also offer a laptop computer for $99 or less.  With help from these programs, you can check your email, do your homework, search for jobs, pay your bills, watch videos, download music, and much more. The Solid Ground ConnectUp staff can help you understand your options, and also provide you with access to other tools they offer as well, such as cell phones, smart phones, home phones and voice mail.  See the chart below for contact and general info about each of these offerings.
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ConnectUp Internet help
(206) 694-6771
  • Helps people over the phone and in-person to access low-income Internet programs
  • Free/discounted phone programs (including smart phone plans)
  • Brochure comparing the details of Internet discount programs for low-income residents.


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CenturyLink Internet Basics
(866) 541-3330
  • $10/month Internet + $2/month broadband recovery fee (for 1.5 Mbps speed)
  • DSHS recipient or income below 135% Poverty Level
  • Internet wired to your home via phone line
  • $150 Laptops available (includes Windows 7 Starter, no anti-virus software)
  • No CenturyLink Internet service for past 90 days or unpaid CenturyLink bills
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Internet Essentials Program
(855) 846-8376
  • $10/month unlimited Internet
  • Must have a child who qualifies for free or reduced school lunch
  • Cable Internet wired to your home
  • $150 Laptops available
  • No Comcast Internet service for past 90 days or recent unpaid Comcast bills

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Interconnection
(206) 633-1517

  • $99 refurbished laptops with a range of software (Windows 7 Pro, Office 2010 Home, Anti-virus, and a 90-day warranty)
  • Desktops, flat screens, tablets and high-end laptops are also available
  • DSHS recipient or income below 80% Area Median.  See income limits here.
  • They have a store in Seattle offering products and assistance

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EveryoneOn



  • $10/month Internet for 1.2GB at 4G speed, then unlimited 3G speed
  • $20/month Internet for 3.2GB at 4G speed, then unlimited 3G speed
  • Must be referred by qualifying partner or live in low income zip code area
  • Computers & Internet
  • Training & Learning

Info- www.seattle.gov/tech/LowCostInternet

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