do i have to have basic landline phone service at home if i want to have internet service?

Answer 1

Not always. Usually for DSL the telco will require you buy a phone line, but not always. For cable, satellite, and microwave service, there is no need for the land-line but some will possibly insist on subscribing to other services. For example some cable companies will not sell cable Internet unless you also buy their cable TV service.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Where I am from, not if want to get cable internet. If you are going to get Dial up or DSL you will need a phone line.