I have read this whole thread and I have had the same intermittent problem since I started using HughesNet over a year ago. However, an independent IT person suggested a temporary fix. When my browser seems to stall, time out or not even able to connect, I go into the Internet settings, Change Proxy Settings, LAN settings, make sure the Proxy Server is UN-checked to use a proxy server. For some unknown (to me) reason, this box becomes checked. And when it does, it slows down my connection, and will often time out when trying to load. As soon as I uncheck the box, the page loads right away. No rhyme or reason.
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