How a DSL Connection Works

Exactly how does a DSL connection work? As you might imagine, the answer to this is a bit involved, but in a pinch the term DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is a means to access the Internet over ordinary copper telephone lines. It goes over the same lines as your old dial-up connection yet it uses the top of the frequency for data traffic while leaving the lower bandwidth for voice data (that mean’s you talking on the phone).  A DSL connection requires a modem at your computer, but the installation is quick and easy, and most customers can do it themselves.

So let’s get up to speed. A DSL connection means high speed, always on Internet access. You click on your browser and there you are. No dialing in to a busy server or waiting for pages to load. A dial up connection is around 28.8 Kbps while a broadband service will keep you humming up to 6.1 Mbps of data downloading, and about 640 Kbps uploading.

Not everyone can get a DSL connection if it isn’t (yet) available in their neighborhood but chances are you can find cable or satellite access. All of these types of broadband services will provide you with high quality connectivity, minimal drop-offs and customizable features.

Now that we have an idea of what it’s all about, what about finding a high speed internet access provider? There’s about 7,000 ISPs in the United States alone but you’ve probably heard of some of the top providers, such as EarthLink and Verizon. You can find one or all of these in your area because they have partnered with local companies (including the phone companies) to reach consumers with cable, satellite or a high speed Internet DSL connection.

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