One major advantage (I think) over cable is that since you have a choice
of ISPs you can find one that will let you run your own servers. Spmething
I've been told you can not do on a cable modem with out getting a business
package.

> 
> I am doing DSL so let me take a stab at this.
> Since this was posted as one single line I will have to break this up.
> 
> 
> It seems like on Tue, Mar 14, 2000 at 07:48:19PM -0700, Lucas Vogel scribbled:
> Orig Msg> While we're on the topic of modems & such I'd like to ask a question. I've been an avid cox@home user for the last year or so now, but am now moving out of my apt. and while I'm almost certain I'll be able to retain my account when I move, I was wondering what the associated costs, benefits/downsides, and other such information people have on using the DSL services available in the area.
> 
> Costs: Not much difference ( see below ).
> 
> Benefits: Not on a shared network segment prone to sniffing.
>           Dedicated bandwidth.
> 
> Disadvantages: Relative speeds ususally cost more on DSL vs. Cable
>                for businesses. Not sure about residential but it
>                should be competitive.
> 
>  What kind of hardware do I have to purchase? Do I have to have a second phone line? <baited question> who are some of the better ISPs who offer DSL services, and what are the going monthly rates?
> 
> You need a DSL router which would replace the Cable Modem.
> You don't need a second phone line. The DSL circuit uses one pair and
> your phone uses the other pair in a standard phone line installation.
> See WiredGlobal ( Hi Jay! ) for service. I am a happy business customer.
> No, he doesn't pay me for recommendations.
> 
> http://www.wiredglobal.net/
> 
> Orig Msg> Thanks guys
> Orig Msg> 
> Orig Msg> Lucas Vogel
> 
> You are welcome.
> 
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