# Account Setup

ACCOUNT SETUP

account
plans

Comparing Account Plans

When you are comparing account plans, keep your needs in mind. Most account plans offer similar access to the World Wide Web, electronic mail (email), and newsgroups, but differ mainly in:

- The phone number you dial to connect. Some plans let you connect by dialing a local or regional phone number; others, by dialing a toll-free number. Some plans even offer national or international connection numbers.
- Extra services and billing options. Some plans include extra services, such as a place where you can publish your own Web pages. Some plans are paid for at an hourly usage rate, while others give you unlimited connection time for a monthly fee.