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Dialup internet is one of the most reviled things in today’s online communities. Slow and prone to disconnection, it is the bane of anyone trying to move large files across the network. But is it entirely useless? Not really – there are actually some circumstances in which dialup internet can be a good thing.
The first time someone with broadband will recognize the usefulness of dialup internet is when their cable or satellite connection goes down. In certain areas, the cable will lose its internet capability at what seems to be the slightest little wind, and satellites can have a hard time sending signals through thick clouds. It is with a rueful mood that the customer will then realize that their phone is still working perfectly. This can cause desperate searching for an old AOL disk, especially for internet businesspeople who are literally losing money every minute they don’t have a connection.
Another time dialup can come in handy is if a person simply doesn’t want to have to pay for cable. Dialup is typically much cheaper. This makes it popular among the young, as well as in all age groups in some less-well-off countries.
Some areas simply don’t have access to broadband internet. When it’s dialup or nothing, suddenly dialup starts looking fine enough. To a city-dweller, it may seem that this problem could only affect undeveloped countries, but in fact, there are many rural areas in the United States and Canada with this very situation. Phone lines, however, are almost ubiquitous, making it possible to dial in to the internet from almost anywhere.
Dialup internet is also great for those who only use the net occasionally, or for simple tasks like checking email. While internet businesspeople often have large files to deal with and would be driven “right up the wall” if forced to use slow dialup for an extended period, it just doesn’t make sense for occasional users to make the ongoing investment of a cable or satellite connection.
For these reasons and more, dialup internet is not truly obsolete. Whether you’re a light internet user or a businessperson who wants a backup connection, having the ability to just dial up a connection comes in handy.
What else can I help you with?
Is a telephone part of the internet?
yes dialup
Why might it be useful to add a fax modem to a computer system?
to use dialup internet, or use your computer as a fax machine
How much does dialup internet access cost from Basic ISP?
Dialup internet access from Basic ISP cost $10.95 a month. This gives one unlimited, reliable internet access with over 45,000 access numbers. Users have the access of easy-to-use Configuration Wizard.
Can you make downloads faster on dialup?
your internet can only get as fast as you paid for.
Do omani people have Internet connection?
There is dialup internet every where in Oman, Broadband (upto 16MB) internet is available in most cities (2009).
What are the disadvantages and advantages of broadband?
One advantage to having broadband internet service is that you will be able to surf the Internet fast. One disadvantage is the fact that it is significantly higher than dialup.
Can more than one computer connect to the internet through a dialup connection at the same time?
No. You can not.
In order to move to a different location on the internet you would use the form of expression?
whats the quation?
In order to move to a different location on the internet you would use a form of the expression?
whats the quation?
You use one internet provider and your daughter uses another Can you use her internet service by connecting her modem and your laptop when visiting?
if its cable or DSL, just plug your laptop into the modem and surf if its dialup you need her IPS's connection software on your computer and her username and password Thank You Kris - http://cssraven.com
Does Quest Internet offer free web designs?
"Quest is an internet website designer, and Qwest provides DSL, cable, satellite, wireless and dialup internet services. Web design by Quest is not free."
What does Budget Dialup offer?
Budget Dialup offers discount dialup services to retail customers. The dialup speed depends on the plan purchased. The speeds available for purchase include 56K, V90 and V92.
