DSL vs Cable Internet -What Should You Know?

DSL vs Cable Internet

DSL vs Cable Internet -What Should You Know?

We are living in the digital era. Our daily activities and routines have been intertwined in the World Wide Web. This turns computers and Internet into the glue that binds us together. This translates into fast Internet connection becoming a must-have for every household and office. However, this does not mean that choosing Internet connection should be a hasty decision. You should take time, do your homework and if possible compare notes with other users. Usually, when it comes to sifting through connectivity options, a key question that consumers have is, should you settle for DSL or cable connection?

For a large number of people, the two connections are the same. After all, the end result is the same – having Internet connection. Here are some factors that give the differences between the two types of connections. The stated factors will be a good guide to helping one make a choice of their best type of connection.

Cable Connection

The main difference between Cable and DSL connection is the delivery and reception of information. In cable connection, television cables are used to transmit and receive data, after which this information is transferred to the main source. This is the major reason as to why this type of connection is commonly used in houses and very small set up kind of offices. Since cable connection relies on one cable per area, the chances of congestion depending on the increasing number of users are very high. Slow Internet connection may, therefore, be experienced during peak hours.

A major pro of this type of connection is that every household has a television, hence Internet connection does not have to be affected by service range of the Internet provider.

DSL connection

DSL, or Digital Subscriber Line Internet requires a telephone line. If one does not have a telephone line they can use a modem to connect to the nearest telephone line. Using separate lines for connection one does not need to worry about slowed connection due to multiple uses. This is because every individual has their own connection line and not sharing with those in their area.

Another added advantage of DSL is that it offers unlimited Internet. This makes the end user enjoy the cost friendly and cap free Internet. If you enjoy streaming movies, as most people do in this Netflix era, you will be pleased to know that DSL connection will be your right-hand man in this pleasure.

Just like everything else, DSL has its down side too. The major one being if one is not living within the range area of the service provider then you cannot get the connection. This especially affects those people living in remote areas. But for those living within the DSL service range, this is a viable option.

The two mentioned types of connections, DSL and cable, each has its own pros and cons. In making the choice that one needs to install, it is good to do your research first and then compare with your needs for Internet and finally settle on your best option.

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