PCF Live costs

Post by **OnlyOneKenobi** » 24 Jul 2006, 13:58

I'm considering upping my home internet connection and PCF Live looks like a good option. Keep in mind that I am an ADSL noob so I would just like to know what extra or other costs would be involved. How much would the line installation cost, and does one still need to pay telcom for line rental or is this included in the monthly payment?

Belix · Post by **Belix** » 24 Jul 2006, 14:45

Don't know much about PCF live, but telkom still charges line rentals irrespective of who the service provider is.

Post by **OnlyOneKenobi** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:07

Damnit... every time I see these nice ADSL deals I get excited and then someone reminds me you still have to pay Telscum for line rental as well...

Post by **maxxis** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:11

What is the deal?

Post by **Anakha56** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:12

OnlyOne im also looking into adsl/boadband connectivity, but im doing it on the myadsl forums.

Post by **OnlyOneKenobi** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:18

maxxis wrote:What is the deal?

I don't need a massive cap or webspace or large email capacity so I was looking at the 2gb cap one from www.pcflive.co.za

R200 per month didn't sound so bad but I forgot that I would still need to rent the line which also costs a fair bit, doesn't it... I wouldn't really be able to afford much more than R200 or R300 at most a month for internet.

Super-quick connection of up to 512Kbps downloads and 256Kbps uploads
Always available digital Internet connection, with a flat rate from Telkom
Simultaneous Internet usage and telephone calls
2Gb data transfer cap
Free unlimited customer support - talk to a support technician 24 hours a day
10Mb email box with 5 email addresses
Advanced Virus & Junkmail scanning to filter your emails
Access to the DNA Customer Management System for complete control of your account
10Mb Personal web space for your very own home on the web
Use of the feature-packed Customer Zone, including software downloads, user guides, online games & more...
Webmail to access your email from anywhere on the Internet, worldwide
Fast, reliable access to all online banks
What do you need?
Telkom ADSL line
ADSL modem
Availability
Details on telkom.co.za
Order ADSL line from Telkom
Subscription
R199 monthly
R199 startup

Post by **ryanrich** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:28

R200 a month for 2GB isn't exactly cheap. From SAOL you can get 5GB for R299 and then a 384 line from Telkom for R270 I think.

Richard_ · Post by **Richard_** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:33

Guys, have a look at http://www.cybersmart.co.za
neon, hexXie, bobendren and I are with them. They have the lowest prices you'll find anywhere, and their customer support is awesome. As for service, there haven't been any problems at all. The way they work is that you select a package that corresponds to your line speed, so that they dont have to reserve unneccessary bandwidth for you.

The only cheaper option than Cybersmart is OpenWeb I think. But I don't have experience with them, so I can't comment on their services.

But seriously have a look at the CyberSmart pricing. Their 3Gb cap is:

3 Gig CAP on 192/64 Kbs Circuit = R100.00

But then Telkom line rental is, erm, R370 a month for the 192 ADSL, which is now to become a 384 circuit. And the prices are gonna drop by around R15 for the line rental.
Don't quote me on line rental prices though. Rather check for yourself, though I'm pretty sure these are right.

Post by **ryanrich** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:36

No they aren't right, it's R270 not R370...

I'm very happy with SAOL, so would highly recommend them as well. How much is a 10GB account on Cybersmart?

Rikkelz · Post by **Rikkelz** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:38

I think he is adding the R99 for the privilege (:roll:) of having a standard telkom line.

Richard_ · Post by **Richard_** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:40

Wait, scratch that. This is correct:

Standard Line Rental Fee: R99.00
ADSL 192 Line : R245.00
CyberSmart 3Gig CAP on 192 Circuit : R100.00

Total: R444

All 192 lines are being upgraded to 384 though for a lower price, and taking into account that you'll need a 384 account from Cybersmart, the pricing will stay about the same, and you'll have a 384 line instead of a 192 line.

[edit] - I'd forgotten the R99 for standard line rental which you need to pay as well - just included it as well.

Well there you have it. R444 for a 192 ADSL line, which will effectively be a 384 line in August.

Richard_ · Post by **Richard_** » 24 Jul 2006, 15:52

Oh, wait! I forgot to include this: You also get a 2Gb mailbox with CyberSmart. Which is friggin massive.

ryanrich wrote:No they aren't right, it's R270 not R370...

I'm very happy with SAOL, so would highly recommend them as well. How much is a 10GB account on Cybersmart?

It depends on the line you have. You pay different amounts depending on the line you have. For example, if you have a 192 line, you will pay R100 per month, which gets you 3Gb. If you need extra bandwidth, you will pay an additional R165 for every 3Gb that you purchase. This is on the 192 line. On faster lines this will obviously be more.

Ike · Post by **Ike** » 24 Jul 2006, 18:20

Check out absa's adsl, My father is thinking of getting the 10 gig one...

Post by **ryanrich** » 24 Jul 2006, 18:51

Hmmm I have a 10GB account with SAOL for R499 on any speed.

billypengilly · Post by **billypengilly** » 03 Nov 2006, 20:19

that is still very expensive no matter which one you take compared to any other decent country. i think the goverment, for the sake of this country's technological future, should really consider a subsidised solution for us here in south africa, maybe even let telkom offer us much lower rates, maybe at cost, they then should be able to get a tax rebate and everyone should be happy.

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