[Satellite Today 08-25-08] WildBlue Communications has introduced an equipment lease program for new customers, the company announced Aug. 25.
    Under the program, customers will no longer be required to purchase the WildBlue equipment and will receive free standard installation of the service. Customers will pay a monthly lease fee of $5.95 and have the option to prepay their first 24 months of lease fees.  
    "The upfront fee has always been the most challenging hurdle for new WildBlue customers, particularly in this economy," Steve Cimmarusti of Blacksheep Satellite, a WildBlue dealer, said in a statement.