Selecting an ISP

[imported_Smurf]

I'll be moving to a new area, soon, and I would like to research the ISP's in the area.

I have tried searching google for sites that rate ISPs, but they are filled with sponsors and I don't trust any of the information in them. Does anyone know of a site that reviews, or allows individuals to rate their ISPs?

If anyone would like to help and needs an address to check availability, this address is very close to the one I will be living at:

9800 West 118th Street
Overland Park, KS 66210

My first priority is to be connected to an efficent network. I run a counter strike: source clan and run a few servers, so a low ping is extremely important to me.

My second priority is a fast upload. I can live with a 3mbps/5mbps down if I can get a >1mbps uplink.

Lastly, I would like to stay under $100/mo.

I am not looking for a package. I do not want a landline phone and I'm forced by my apartment complex to pay $45/mo for basic cable through Time Warner. (However, if there is a package by Time Warner that offers only cable and internet, but no phone, that would cover $45 of the fee. Wow, that tied my tounge... do you understand what I'm saying?)

 

[cleverhandle]

The site to go to is http://broadbandreports.com - it's been around pretty much since broadband first appeared and has all sorts of user reviews sortable by area.

Honestly, though, I don't think there's a huge amount of difference these days - I think all the ISP's more or less suck equally, particularly if you want to go cable instead of DSL.

 

[imported_Smurf]

Thank you for the response! It looks like TimeWarner's 10mbps/1mpbs cable connection is the best in Kansas City.