COMPUTERS The island has DSL and Fiber services available for commercial internet with phone and TV. An UPS battery backup is recommended because of occasional power outages. Free Wi-Fi and computers are available at the Top of the Rock Commons for your use. |
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CELL PHONES The phones here range in price from inexpensive disposable to high end. There are 3 carriers on the island (MEO, NOS and Vodaphone), with a wide variety of contracts. From MEO or NOS you can purchase internet service, cell phone and cable at local stores 5 minutes away from the Base. Some US tri-band will work if they are unlocked. Contact one of the cell phone companies for more information.
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TELEVISION The TV is PAL and the American system is NTSC. AFN is free on-base. AFN broadcasts 9 channels. Local cable is also available on and off-base from MEO or NOS. English speaking channels and channels with sub-titles are available. Satellite TV is also available off base. |
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