Digital subscriber line or DSL, as it is more
commonly know, is a high-speed connection to the Internet
using traditional phone lines. DSL uses fairly new technology.
It has only been available since 1998 and is still not available
in all locations. In order to receive the fastest connection,
you have to be close to the central office of the telephone
company. A special modem is required to access DSL, but the
DSL provider usually gives this to the subscriber. The service
allows you to leave your computer connected to the Internet,
while still receiving phone calls. The connection is much
faster than traditional modem service. Out of town people
in small towns are too far away from their phone companies
and therefore cannot receive the benefits of having DSL. However,
as phone companies technology improves DSL will move to outlying
areas. There is also xDSL, which offers different varieties,
such as RADSL, HDSL, and ADSL. |
