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When it comes time to get a new internet connection, the choice is always there, looming in front of you: should you go with DSL or cable? With a little information, you’ll be able to make the choice that fits your needs and ensure yourself that you’ll be happy with the Internet connection you have to live with and use for the length of the contract.
Speed
This is one area where there really is very little dispute. Cable is the winner of DSL when it comes to connection speeds. When both technologies were new to the marketplace, there was very little difference when it came to possible speeds. Today, that is no longer the case. DSL can only promise connection speeds of up to around 7 Mbps, with most basic packages promising speeds in the 1 to 3 Mbps range. With cable, speeds start out around 4 to 6 Mbps and can go as high as 20 Mbps. That is a tremendous argument in favor of cable internet.
Security
While it isn’t that big of a deal for the average internet user, DSL does have the slight advantage when it comes to security. This is because DSL gives the user a direct line from the hub to the computer. Cable is shared among many consumers. While this may or may not cause slowdowns in connection speed, it does present the small possibility of attacks.
Distance
With DSL, good service depends greatly on how far you live from the nearest hub. In fact, if you live too far away, you may not be able to receive DSL internet at all. Cable, on the other hand, is not dependent on these restrictions, meaning no matter how far away you live from the cable company your connection speed should be clear and dependable.
Price
Speed, security, and other factors often take a back seat to what many consumers consider the bottom line: the price of a connection. When it comes to monthly costs, DSL usually has the advantage of the cable company. DSL connections run anywhere from $20 to $50 a month, while most cable packages hover strictly in the $50 to $60 zone.
What else can I help you with?
Is DSL internet becoming outdated?
Slowly, but yes DSL internet is decreasing amongst consumers. Consequentially, DSL internet is becoming outdated due to the increases in speed for broadband internet.
What are the advantages of Satellite Internet over DSL Internet?
the information travels faster , dsl travels in a line and depending on where your transfer station is for dsl so yes satellite is faster goes direct into your cable. The main advantage that satellite Internet service has over DSL is that satellite Internet is available virtually anywhere in the US even in rural areas where DSL and Cable don't reach. Generally, satellite Internet service beats cable or DSL Internet when DSL or cable Internet is NOT AN OPTION. Cable or DSL access is almost always cheaper (less expensive) than satellite Internet, but not always faster.
Should I keep my DSL internet service or move on to cable?
It depends on your preferences and needs of your internet service. Cable has the capacity to have faster speed than DSL, but DSL can have more network security than cable. Customer satusfaction polls show that more people are happy with DSL than with cable.
What kind of internet do you have to have for Playstation network?
Cable or DSL
Cable DSL?
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What makes DSL internet faster than cable internet?
DSL internet does not loose speed regardless of the distance traveled. Witrh cable the further yu are away from the source the slower your connection.
Is DSL the fastest internet connection?
no, the fastest internet is not dsl its cable internet beside that, it the government internet that the real fastest the fastest you going to get with dsl is 5 mbps a cable or fiber cable you will get 10 or up to 50 mbps of speed depending on the server.
List these internet connections from slowest to fastest-DSL T1dial-up cable?
DSL, Cable, dial-up, satelite, FiOS
What is the difference between broadband and DSL internet if any?
DSL is considered to be broadband speed. There is a difference in speed between DSL and Cable. Cable is generally much faster.
Internet connection but no dial tone?
DSL, or Cable Internet.
Is a cable company usually a DSL Internet Provider, too?
No. Cable internet is sent over cable lines, while DSL is sent over telephone lines. I know of no company that is both a cable company and a telephone company.
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.
