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Primarily because cable TV is more reliable. In many cases, very bad weather can knock out satellite coverage temporarily, while cable will generally stay alive. This isn't absolute, though. There was a massive windstorm in the midwest in September 2008, and my cable was still down for three days.
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∙ 10y agoSince it uses a Cable Television infrastructure there are less disconnection problems involved in it. You could look at cable internet as a wireless/DSL that could be faster. The price depends on the provider.
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Which is better Wireless Internet or the Internet with a cable?
Internet by cable is ofcause faster than Wireless but wireless is easier to connect to and you can do so anywhere around the routers range without a cable connected
Is getting the internet through the cable company a better deal financially?
In most instances, it is a better deal financially to obtain internet through an independent internet provider rather than subscribe to services with a cable company or as a package deal.
Is Safari safer than Internet Explorer?
Note: Internet explorer better than another browser.
Are cable internet services faster and more reliable than DSL?
Cable is considered better than DSL. DSL speeds can vary greatly and install prices are higher.
Is cable internet better than DSL internet service?
This is all a personal preference. It depends if you would watch the cable tv more than you already use the DSL internet. Just ask yourself which you would get more use out of? If you keep the internet then you can watch TV on it and stream it from websites, whereas if you got rid of the internet you cannot access that through the cable TV.
Is basic cable service better than DSL?
This question could have a variety of answers, but DSL is usually considered to be more reliable than cable internet service. Cable internet speeds can vary depending on traffic usage in the nearby area, while DSL speeds stay constant.
Are cable internet providers more reliable than DSL providers?
In general, yes, due to the nature of the technology. Speed and latency tend to be better with cable overall.
Is DSL internet service better than cable internet?
DSL rates better in customer satisfaction (in the U.S.) Cable offers faster speeds but can't always deliver during peak demand times. Both rank equally in terms of security and popularity.
Advantages of using cable internet?
Cable internet gives you faster speeds than dial up .
What would you rather lose cable or internet?
I would rather lose TV cable than the internet.
How much does satellite internet cost on average compared to DSL and cable internet?
Satellite internet is generally more expensive than either Cable or DSL and is much slower. If you live in an area with good cell reception, a cellular modem might be a better compromise.
I'm pretty confused here: are internet cable telephone services faster than DSL?
It depends on your location and service provider. Some cable internet is faster than some DSL, and vice-versa. You can also usually get better speed with a more expensive service package.
