LinkdotNet Bring Cheap DSL to Pakistan
LinkdotNet an Egypt based company recently launched there operations in Pakistan. LinkdotNet one of the biggest ISP in Egypt was formed by a merger in June 2000, between Link Egypt and InTouch Communications to become LINKdotNET. In2007 LinkdotNet stepped in Pakistan and instead of investing in setting up a new infrastructure they acquired two of the top ISP’s in Pakistan WOL and Dancom .
LinkdotNet hold a strong market Position in Pakistan due to its parent company Orascom Telecom which is also the parent company of Mobilink Pakistan(my fav company). Few months back LinkdotNet launched its DSL packages to Pakistan customers, and i must say the package offered by linkdotnet is way cheaper and way faster then any other ISP’s in Pakistan including Wateen Telecom which is still having a very negative reputation in Pakistan.
LinkDotNet Tarrif:
- 256kbps DSL – Unlimited Data Limit – Rs 1200 / only
- 512kbps DSL – Unlimited Data Limit – Rs 2000/ only
- 1Mbps DSL – Unlimited Data Limit – Rs 3900 / only
Installation charges are I think Rs2000 and ofcourse Modem is free! [i paid 4000Rs for a Modem when i got DSL :( ...]
I had recently shifted to a cable internet package offered by World Call Cable Interent, and had shifted out of DSL package due to the data limit. I was previously using WOL DSL paying 2000Rs for a 512Kbps package with a 4GB data limit. Being addicted to internet it only took me 3 weeks to finish up the data limit and then refresh my account, keeping in view of my addiction to the net this had caused added cost to my Interent usage. So now , LinkdotNet has offered unlimited data usage on there DSL packages thus leaving behing, all DSL pakages offered by other ISP’s and even PTCL.
Before Getting DSL make sure
- Your Phone Line should not have any Noise else your internet experience is ruined between PTCL & ISP
- Noise in Phone lines causes multiple disconnections and slow speed access
- Try to get a Ethernet based Modem from the ISP, USB based Modems suck big time and you cant make a network or attach wireless to it.
- Never buy a DSL or internet connection with data limit you wont be able to download Movies, Music, Applications (I don’t buy DVD’s/CD’s any more rather download latest movies / music from Torrents)
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Tags: dsl Pakistan, DSL Tarrifs, Graphic Design, ISP, linkdotnet, Mobilink, Pakistan, Webdesign, WOL
What are there UPLOADing speeds on all three packages???
Is there any User who can Confirm me what Upload speed these packages have??
Ya they are cheap only if they provide service. I have applied for last 13 days and for last sayd they are telling me, “your modem has been sent thru courier”. I can’t figure out if the courier guy is coming on feet? that he couldn’t reach my home in 4 days. Today is the 5th day. I guess PTCL is better.
Yaar I’m using PTCL, there service is good, speed is better but the only problem is with the volume of 4GB or 6GB.
That’s why I also wana shift on LINK DSL but can’t find any comments about there service.
ASIF please post some comments about there service when you get the connection
Forget Landline DSL. Go for WiMAX technology. Although initial cost is high but its service is good. soon you will be able to use it while you are on the move. WiMAX mobiles are also near to launch so you can use one connection either from PC, Laptop or Mobile by your login. No worries that you are in home or in market. It will work with you with high fi speed all around you.
As usual with ptcl itself and othe ISPs. linkdotnet has a lousy customer services. Its been a month since I subscribed for dsl connection, but am still waiting for it.
Phoning customer service (if you are able to get through after an average 15-25 minutes wait) has a ready made answer that it will soon be operative.
HI GUYS..I AM USING PTCL BROADBAND 512 KBPS IT IS SERVING V GOOD DOWNLOAD & UPLOAD SPEED
ESPICALLY UNLIMITED DATA ACCESS…..BROADBAND IS NOT NEW FOR ME BECAUSE I HAVE BEEN USING THIS FROM 6 YRS…
I USE T1,T2,T3,T7 AND 40 MB….AND I AM VERY PROUD THAT OUR COUNTRY IS PROGRESSING AND SERVING GOOD SERVICES…..
Their Technical Team is the most laziest team in the entire DSL service providers in Pakistan.
Its almost a month that I paid for the connection and they are unable to install it. More details can be found on my blog.
Shafiq you are right i used to use DSL from WOL which is now linkDotNet so far i had a horrible experience and even after accusation things didn’t change it seems ..
I can afford only 1000 Rs per month for DSL or ISDN which ISP company do i need to use?
plz refer me one.
by using Broadband of ptcl within how many min. site upload as compare to dial up.
I am using dial up and its speed is just 31 kbps. i am webdeveloper so i need high speed connection without breaking my budget. 1000 rs per month. and i don’t have any info about networking.
You can get LinkDotNet DSL it will cost you Rs1200 i think, and download and upload speed on a 512kbp connection is usually 64-70 kbps
Linkdotnet is a fraud….trust me. i got 512 package but they are giving me downloading speed upto min 1 and max. 5 or 6 kbs. wen i contact the company they said that u have to take some other package if you want full donwloading limit. Infact due to PTCL rates they atonce upgraded the packages. now they are giving me 512 package with 4 more customers to share my limit. now they are asking me to pay more if i want real 512 package.
Farhan, this is a fact every ISP that offer DSL give a shared connection shared between 4-10 people Wateen Shares its connection with 14 people. But 5-6 k is a horrible speed you should at least get 32k – 42k minimum if you are not getting that then probably there is noise in your phone line which causes DSL to work really slow.
Farhan is a incorrect. i have installed linkdot net today and im getting an average speed of 45KB/s which shoots to 50 + most of the time.
So he is a just ,blaming company.
Linkdot net service is good
Huh! you call this the cheap rates. I think you have to revamp the price list.
Hi All,
i am tina and using LDN from last 2 months ,its really dashing ,getting goos speed .my last erperiance was not good with PTCL so i will recomend you if you people fadeup with PTCl then go to LDN its really a comapny.
Asslamualaikum to all.!
i m the user of PTCL 512kbps . but i m Occuring Bad Upload Speed of (Max : 110kbps) … any one plz help me that wat’s the problem.. and wat is the upload speed Giving by PTCL..?
(by the way My Downloading Speed is on Level of 53-57 KB)
Hi Tina,
I am very much agreed with your consent, i am also using 1 mb connection of LinkdotNet and it’s really amazing for me getting good speed and good buy to PTCL and Wateen.
Hellllllloooo….. plz Ans me my Question… i m Occurring very Bad Upload Speed (110 kbps max) … i m using 512kbps PTCL
plz Tell me
I hate Linkdotnet dsl coz It is expensive.
The upload speed is 128kbps as per my experience
ASSALAM O ALAIKUM.I,M A USER OF 512 KBPS. I HAV SEEN PTCL SITE,THERE IS A PACKAGE OFFERED FOR 512 KBPS USERS NAMED [STUDENT PACKAGE] AND COSTS RS 839 /MONTH.I REALLY WANT TO USE IT BUT I HAV NO IDEA HOW TO GET THE MEMBERSHIP OF THIS STUDENT PACKAGE.CAN ANYONE PLZZZZ GIVE ME ALL THE INFORMATION TO GET THIS PACKAGE.
Dear All,
I think LinkdotNet is the only ISP Providing DSL econimically with quality services , and today’s 512k is RS.1200 is no big issue as PTCL is giving in same price but services are not up to mark.
Rocker Said on : August 22nd, 2008 at 3:01 pm
I hate Linkdotnet dsl coz It is expensive.)
ASSALAM O ALAIKUM yes it is right guys becoz in india u can will get 512kpbs just in RS 200 but linkdotnet has good speed for surffing
Asslamualaikum .. SANA u want a DSL Connection of PTCL on Student Package … (All Procedure is online n u have to submit ur REQUEST online . not any other way to submit the request). So plz Open this URL http://bncc.ptcl.net.pk/WssWeb/welcomeStudent.jsp and Submit ur Request… Any thing more… (i m Also User of 512kbps PTCL Student package) Faheem
Hi-Umar,
I think you should not compare LinkdotNet with india’s Price ,there are several reason one main reason which i think u know is Highly inflation in our country.
further LinkdotNet rates are not expansive it’s very cheap if you comapre with other ISp e.g 2MB Rs.3900/- only also giving good speed as well.
Iwant to run 1 ptcl DSL 512k connection on 3 computers with the help of a switch, is it possible,
If someone has experienced it plz do reply!!
Dear Friends
any one know about LINKdotNET new services SMS4NET
(get internet hrs through mobile phone from Mobilnk and Warid prepaid/Postpaid )for details plese visit http://www.link.net.pk
you can get inteternet hrs anywhere/any time through simple SMS to 965.
Hi kashif,
thanks for the information, i am using LinkdotNet DSL from 5 months and getting good services, some time i feel problems but it’s customer support is really good and resolve my issue’ ,linkdotNet is really a company.
Hi kAshif,
i tried SMS4NET ,and really get internet hrs through Simple an sms.
Wow, thanks LDN.i also checked it’s website:www.link.net.pk and request for it’s DSL connection.
Hey all,
I just receive an SMS from 300 moblink service regarding SMS4NET service.
message is:Am amazing service by LinkdotNet & Mobilink SMS4NET!!!type 10,20 and 50 and send SMS to 965 to get 4,8 and 25 WOL Dialup internet hrs instantly.
all of you can not imagine when i tried the same procedure i got internet hrs in seconds also quality of service and speed is really good for dialup.
LDN rocksssssss
WAALAIKUM ASSALAM MR FAHEEM.I HAVE TRIED TO SUBMIT DA REQUEST OF STUDENT PACKAGE BUT THEY RESPOND “BROADBAND SERVICE HAS ALREADY BEEN EXISTING ON THIS NO.” BUT NOT STDNT PACKAGE. CAN U HELP ME PLZZ???
Hi Sana!
I think you should leave your details with them and they will get back to you. My younger sister has done the same for the 512 DSL package.
I am a Link Dial-Up (WOL) user and still use the SMS4NET service through which I can get internet hours over the SMS, just by sending 10, 20 or 50 to 965 to get 4, 8 or 25 hours.
Hello. I want the PTCL 512 kb/s. I want to ask that what will be the maximum download and upload speed for that? cuz i have been told that it will only be 70-80kb/s. why is this so? why dont we get 512 kb/s or even 300-400 kb/s???? and will we be able to use download accelerators to increase the speed?
hi Salome,
thanks to you, i was facing problem but now i tried from my Mobilink postpaid and easily get internet hrs.it’s really a good effort specially in urgency.
Hi guys; Try W- card (Wateen Calling card) and never waste you money on crappy tarrifs of mobile calls this Eid… for three special eid days…call unlimited to your friends and family… any where it’s UK(international) or Lahore(local).. never mind! And yes there are 50% mins extra on you W card..Never miss that offer!
detail: http://www.wateen.com or morning newspaper :)
Well Friends good news that LINKdotNET offered Student Packages with Discounts , it is applicable now, soon we will see other universities and companies etc.
these discount packages can be availed by Students / Faculty Members of below listed universities.
Packages are
Package Actual PriceDisc.Price PrcentageDisount
Link 512Rs. 1,050 Rs. 735 30%
Link 1M Rs. 1,850 Rs. 1,650 11%
Link 2M Rs. 3,750 Rs. 3,400 9%
Good News:
If you are existing user of LINKdotNET DSL and the student/Faculty member of the one of the below listed universities/Colleges then you can get Discount without terminating your existing account , for Details visit your nearest Office.
for further details contact 111-600-111
REQUIREMENTS:
you have to submit Student ID Card Copy while Applying for NEW DSL or converting your existing DSl account to student package.
Univeristies:
UMT [ University of Management and Technology ]
FAST [ Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology]
Pak- Aims
Imperial College of Business Studies Lahore
Punjab University
National College of Business Administration & Economics(NCBA&E) –Lahore
College of Accounting and Management Sciences (CAMS)-Karachi
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Lahore
SKANS School of Accountancy, Lahore
University of Central Punjab, Lahore
Lahore Grammar School, 55-Main Gulberg Campus, Lahore
APTECH Computer Education, Sialkot
Standard College of Commerce, Sialkot
Computer Connection Institute, Sialkot
City School, Iqbal Campus, Sialkot
Quaid-e-Azam Medical College
University of Southern Punjab, Multan
Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan
British University Council, Multan
Micronet rocks!
having a 1mbps connection for 1200!
and for info for noobs here that the speed 1mbps means 1 megabit per second means u have to divide by 8 to get it byte! which is 128Kilobyte per second! got it? and even on it there is a 15% overhead of packet transmission which then goes to 108K! so typically
for
1024 its 108.8K
512 its 54.4
and micronet’s uploads are good for gaming! and i guess the best responsive service in pk! if ur line is noisy they even pay th line man (rishwat) to correct it and u ddont have to worry :D
thumbps up!
Dear All..
Ptcl has just Doubled DSL speed from 512Kpbs to 1Mbps, 1Mbps to 2Mbps & 2Mps to 4Mbps, at no additional charges.. comparing data rates 4mb is only introduced by PTCL in southeast asia..!! people here who require student package can contact me at juzer.saif@gmail.com.. ill get them wid in 2 Days… 839/- for 1Mbp… 1399/- for 2Mbps… 3499 for 4Mbps… Modem is free, Installation is free , Unlimited Downloads, Along with this PTCL is offering PTCL SMART TV… with 104 digital quaity tv channel along with 20 Live channels that can be rewind and forward up to 70 mins so if u miss a program dont wait for the repeat telecast just rewind it n watch it.. its all there for u FREEE FREEE FREEE till JUNE 09′ so hurry up and Order now!!!
Regards.
Hello Every 1,
Guyz i m Using PTCL 2M St package. Which is very good for me…
I Use Our 3 Computers and one iphone by using wi-fi Router on this Connection.
I Love it…
And i invite you to Use ptcl Broadband.
Bcoz this LDN is very Expensive for Students like Me….
Thnx
DEAR ,
I AM USING LINK DOT NET DSL AND WIRE LESS,I AM VERY HAPPY AND COMFERTABLE TO USE LINK DOT NET.REALLY A GOOD ISP COMPANY IN PAKISTAN,I HAVE ALREADY US IT ,IN ABROAD,ITS CUSTOMER SERVICE IS VERY GOOD AND CALL CENTRE ARE READY TO 24 HOURS FOR CUSTOMER SERVICES.I AM VERY HAPPY AND HOPE THAT U AND FRIEND DEFINATELY PERMOTE THIS SERVICE.AND LINK DOT NET ALREADY VERY EXPAND DSL SERVICE THROUGH PAKISTAN.
THANKING YOU .!