Rural internet is delivered through several methods. The most common method is what’s known as fixed wireless. In a fixed wireless network, a central transmission point (usually a communications tower) uses antennas to communicate wirelessly with equipment installed outside a user’s home or business. The wireless communication relies on radio-frequency link to function, and usually needs a clear or only lightly obstructed line of sight to the transmission point. A cable comes inside from the outdoor equipment and plugs into your Wi-Fi router or home network to provide you with internet access. Some rural internet providers in Ontario offer wired options, such as DSL, cable, or fibre, but fixed wireless is the most common method.