I am thinking about getting ATT/Yahoo DSL, but don't need a home phone service since I have my cellphone. Thanks
2006-06-18 17:43:39 · 21 answers · asked by niuya 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Yes you do. I use to work for Verizon in the DSL dept. You must have a line to transmit the data. DSL = Digital Subscriber Line. The line needs to be tested to be sure you are not too far from a central location and that the location is equipped with the equipment to support DSL.
2006-06-18 17:45:11 · answer #1 · answered by SupaStar 2 · 6⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-08 21:14:45 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might be possible to get what is called naked DSL in your area. What does this mean? It means DSL service without a dial tone on the phone line, so you cannot make calls, but can receive a DSL signal for internet access. It depends on your area, so check around to see if it is available. Also you must be within a certain distance to a phone company centeral office, no further than 18,000 feet in most communities. Check your local phonebook to see if anyone is offering naked DSL also called a dry line in certain areas. And it will usually cost you more per month than regular DSL service.
2006-06-18 17:54:28 · answer #3 · answered by spokanetown 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In our country, yes the phone service is activated first before DSL gets activated. In my opinion, this would be a universal feature because DSL is all about better internet connectivy using a normal phone line. So, internet option sits *on top of* your phone line. I am sure these two are not mutually exclusive options.
2006-06-18 17:48:16 · answer #4 · answered by Prebby 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need phone line and DSL service activated on it from phone company over it.
Good Luck
2006-06-18 17:47:48 · answer #5 · answered by OrangeApple 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. DSL splits the phone line into two channels. One is for the Internet and the other is for the phone.
2006-06-18 17:48:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you get high speed Internet service, it's better than DSL. You can get it with your cable company. Most of the time they have good deals (6 months) if you open a cable TV and Internet, ask for details and look for promotions.
2006-06-18 19:56:57 · answer #7 · answered by Carlitos 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Definitely! In some areas, the DSL technican will insist that you have your line up even before they schedule for an appointment.
2006-06-18 17:47:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2006-06-18 18:07:54 · answer #9 · answered by Kevin T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2006-06-18 17:45:29 · answer #10 · answered by samanny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋