Complaining About the Internet Connection

source: Twominute English     2013年2月19日
# reporting an internet problem
--I need somebody to come over and fix my Internet.
--What's the problem with your internet?
--I've been experiencing connecting problems.
--How long has your net been like this?
--It's been a couple of days now.
--Can you connect to the wi-fi signals?
--I can connect alright, but I can't surf.
--Hmm...I'll send someone right along to take a look.
# choosing an Internet connection
--I'd like to have the Internet on my computer.
--What kind of connection do you want?
--I don't know. What are the options?
--You can get either dial-up or DSL.
--Which one do you recommend?
--DSL is the best. It won't tie up your phone line.
--Great! That means I can use my phone and initernet at the same time.
--That's correct. You can.
--Alright. I'll go for DSL.
# installing high speed internet
--I need to get a high-speed Internet connection.
--Do you want me to send someone to your office to tell you about the options?
--Yeah, that sounds like a good idea. Please send someone.
--When do yo want her to visit?
--Can she come on Friday?
--The only time we can come on Friday is at 3:30 pm.
--That's perfect. See you on Friday.
# ordering Internet services
--I would like to order cable Internet.
--Okay. Which plan would you like to order?
--I'm not sure. What are the plans available?
--We have Internet plans starting from $10 a month to $150 a month.
--I want a high-speed 24-hour connection.
--You could get the $50 monthly plan.
--It'll give you unlimited download at a speed of 4 MBPS.
--That sounds good. I think I will order that.