How can my family get internet for our house?

[Dark Lady]

Verizon is a lying POS (used to work for them) If your neighbors have DSL, then you should be on the port. Also, they CAN do things like add an access point, but that will cost a bit upfront. Honestly, I would go via the cable company, if possible instead of DSL. Smoother connections, less of a PNA too. DSL alot of times has to have filters installed on all incoming phone lines to prevent cross over noise into the phone, as well as disconnect from net when you get a call. Plus, in extreme cases, winds up needing a split at the NID (thats where they install a secondary line JUST for the DSL) and again, this is pricey! Cable, easy, peasy, they just put in a spliter, add a router/modem, and you're good to go!