Wireless Services

Downeast.net Wifi is currently offering service in downtown Ellsworth.

Please call us at 207-667-7414 to sign up

You must alert us that you wish to use this service by calling 667-7414, then...

Your computer or wireless device must be equipped with an 802.11b ("Wi-Fi") wireless connection card.

  • Set your SSID to "any" or to "downeastwireless"
  • No encryption
  • Get IP address automatically (DHCP)
  • Infrastructure mode

Downeast.Net members get their first 10 Wi-Fi hours FREE each month! For all others, the cost is $10 per 10 hours Wi-Fi service.

 

A few words about security..

 

Hotspot connections and wireless communications in general are inherently less secure than hard-wired communications. The security of your data is your responsibility. You must be sure to use secure protocols for any sensitive information you intend to transmit. Downeast.Net and Downeast Wireless assume NO responsibility for any information compromised by use of our network.

Secure protocols include:

  • SSL-based websites using 128-bit key encryption
  • Secure Shell and Secure FTP
With all other Wi-Fi services available via our connection, you should in general assume that your data may be intercepted. Other services include the following:
  • Non-secure transaction webpages (general browsing such as your homepage, probably, news pages, etc.)
  • Most web forms
  • POP3, IMAP and SMTP email
  • Instant Messenger services