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DSL
is the next generation of Internet access technology; an always on,
direct connection to the Internet, eliminating
the typical delays due to busy signals or connection time.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) allows for high speed data transfer over telephone lines. DSL competes with cable, satellite, wireless, ISDN, 56k modems and frame-relay. |
This allows DSL end-users to take a voice call and browse the Internet, all at the same time. |
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ADSL means asymmetric DSL. Since home end-users tend to be more of a consumer of data than a producer; a slower upload speed for a faster download speed. With Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Service, there's no need to purchase an additional line to get high-speed access to the Internet. DSL works with the existing phone line. The DSL modem and splitter connected to the existing phone line separate voice signals from high-speed data. |
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A
particular modem is needed to connect through DSL. These modems are
normally supplied by the DSL provider or the phone company, but are
becoming available on the open market. And because DSL standards are
varied the modem must be compatible with the equipment favored by the
provider and the phone company.
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An ethernet cable connects the phone to your computer, which needs an ethernet card, also known as a Network Interface Card, or NIC. NICs are available from many vendors at prices generally around $20. NICs generally work the same way and are all compatible. |
Many computers come with a NIC and socket making things much easier and quicker. |
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Since the lines used in the telephone system that carry DSL are not shielded from interference, there are limits on the distance DSL signals can travel before degrading the maximum DSL speeds available in all DSL standards. |
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This
distance limitation of DSL is only one of many potential technical
hurdles to pass before an installation is complete.