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ndforspd24
07-29-2003, 03:13 PM
Im going to get a new internet service when i move and was wanting to get some suggestions on what to get, either DSL or Cable. I can get a DSL service with d/l speeds of 768kbps-1.5mbps and u/l speeds of 256kbps. Or i could go with a cable modem for the same price as the DSL. Service through DSL is SBC, and through Cable is Cox Commun.

miketyler
07-29-2003, 03:20 PM
I think your DL/UL speed will vary with either offering.

In the circles I run in, cable seems to be more reliable than DSL but that can vary depending on the infrastructure in your local area.

I believe cable requires no contract and is month-to-month billing. In case it doesn't work out, you are not out any penalty $ for breaking the agreement. In some Charter markets, cable internet is only offered to cable TV subsribers.

Ck out www.DSLreports.com for info pertinent to your area.

AbecX
07-29-2003, 03:41 PM
Cable > DSL

Grant
07-29-2003, 03:49 PM
Where are you at?

I got the hookup (kinda) at Comcast.

ndforspd24
07-29-2003, 03:57 PM
Im going to be in Tyler

Grant
07-29-2003, 04:21 PM
Yeah, out of our area. Sorry.

southrider
07-29-2003, 04:27 PM
Originally posted by AbecX
Cable > DSL

i agree