{"id":3510,"date":"2019-01-22T13:42:04","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T18:42:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldline.ca\/blog\/?p=3510"},"modified":"2019-01-22T13:45:17","modified_gmt":"2019-01-22T18:45:17","slug":"dsl-vs-cable-internet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldline.ca\/blog\/dsl-vs-cable-internet\/","title":{"rendered":"DSL vs. Cable Internet"},"content":{"rendered":"

The world has become heavily dependent on technology, especially computers, smartphones and most importantly, the Internet. Nowadays, it\u2019s all about finding the most reliable and fastest connection.<\/p>\n

If you are planning on upgrading to a faster connection, one of the first things you\u2019ll need to consider is whether you want DSL or Cable Internet. Choosing the right connection and Internet Service Provider (ISP) can often require extensive time and research. There are a few crucial questions you should ask yourself beforehand.<\/p>\n

Understanding the difference between Cable and DSL will help you make an informed decision when choosing which plan to go with, or upgrading your services.<\/p>\n

DSL vs Cable: Real-World Speed<\/h2>\n

Both DSL and Cable Internet provide high-speed access. Historically, Cable Internet speeds have been faster. However, the speed of DSL Internet has increased as technology improves, and service providers upgrade their networks. Here are a few quick comparisons of DSL and Cable Internet.<\/p>\n

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DSL<\/strong><\/h4>\n

DSL transmits data across an active copper telephone line connected to your home to provide service. Unlike Cable, DSL will not fluctuate based on your neighbour’s Internet usage, which means you will always experience consistent speeds. If you don\u2019t have an active phone line, you may need to pay an additional monthly fee to run a dry loop (a phone line only used for DSL Internet).<\/p>\n

Advantages<\/em><\/p>\n