Can you explain what they are? How they are different? How do I know which one I have?
2007-08-18 10:48:21 · 5 answers · asked by Average Joes 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
DSL = Digital Subscriber Line -- it runs over a phone line
Cable comes over your cable TV connection
Cable and DSL are considered broadband internet connections -- they're fast.
DSL has the advantage that you don't share bandwidth/speed with youre neighbors -- regardless of whether your neighbors are using their internet or not you get the same speed.
With cable, you usually have a little faster connection, but your speed is dependent upon how many other people are using the internet in your neighborhood.
Generally, DSL has a higher upload speed than cable, and cable has a higher download speed than DSL.
Note: You can get DSL that is faster than cable and visa versa -- it just depends on what you pay for.
Cable has the most potential for speed, but Cable companies don't give out more than DSL simply because it costs them more. It's all about competition.
Recently I changed from Comcast Cable (3Mb download 385k/upload) to Verizon Fios (30Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload) for $35/month -- its great and i recommend it if you have it in your area! It kicks DSL and Cable's butt!
2007-08-18 10:58:15 · answer #1 · answered by mdigitale 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
velocity (benefit - Cable): Cable boasts speedier velocity than DSL information superhighway in concept. in spite of the undeniable fact that, cable would not continuously supply on the promise in huge-unfold sensible use. a number of the adjustments between DSL and cable modem originate not with the technologies itself yet particularly with the provider provider. All different issues being equivalent, factors like fee, reliability and high quality of client provider for installation and upkeep themes can variety severely from one provider to the subsequent.
2016-10-16 01:48:03 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DSL uses a land phone line.
Cable is a direct cable connection, can be on the same cable as the TV.
2007-08-18 10:58:42 · answer #3 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DSL and cable are quite similar. The main difference is the upload speed (the speed at which you send a file to another pc); cable is faster. Download speeds are comparable.
2007-08-18 10:55:11 · answer #4 · answered by Steve B 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In the UK, cable internet is DSL. Internet through a BT line is ADSL.
2007-08-18 11:41:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋