Cable Vs. DSL - Which is Better?
As broadband Internet becomes more mainstream, one of the most common questions we get is: which is better, cable or dsl?
The answer to that question is not so definite. Many factors come into play when deciding which high-speed connection to choose. Regardless of which you choose (DSL, Cable, or even Satellite) its going to be a ton better (and faster) than that ancient dialup modem youve been using. Not to mention, your Internet experience will be much more enjoyable.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Just like your existing dialup modem, DSL uses your existing copper wire phone line to deliver data at high speed. To qualify for DSL, you need the following:
- a phone line
- a DSL modem (which normally comes with the service)
- an Ethernet card or an available USB port ( most DSL modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended).
- a phone company (ISP) that is offering DSL service (e.g., Verizon)
One important factor that will influence your DSL connection is the distance between your home or office and the phone companys central office. The farther away you are from the central office, the signal becomes weaker, thus a slower connection. With that said, DSL is not as available widespread compared to cable. Youll need to contact your local phone provider to check availability.
speed wise, depending on the package you choose, DSL can range from 128 kbps to 3 Mbps. Generally, the faster your connection the more expensive your service will be. You can expect to pay around $25-$30 a month for a 768 kbps connection, which is roughly 13 times faster than a 56k dialup modem.
::Pros::
- Relatively cheaper than cable
- Dedicated line, so speeds are almost guaranteed
- You can talk on the phone at the same time while surfing the net
::Cons::
- Slower speeds compared to cable
- Speeds drop the farther away your home/office is from the central office
- Not available in all areas
Cable Internet
Cable Internet gets our recommendation. Cable, which you can probably already tell, uses the coaxial cable that your television uses. To qualify for cable internet, you need the following:
- a cable modem ( which normally comes with the service)
- an Ethernet card or an available USB port (most cable modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended)
- a cable company offering cable Internet (e.g., Adelphia)
Unlike DSL, cable Internet does not depend on the distance between your home or office and the central office. However, unlike DSL, cable connections are typically shared among your neighbors. Although, most cable companies provide pipelines with huge bandwidth that this rarely becomes an issue.
Speed wise, cable Internet typically ranges from 3 Mbps to 10 Mbps, up to 3-4 times faster than DSL. However, expect to pay more for the service - $40-$50 per month.
::Pros::
- Faster speeds than DSL
- More widespread than DSL
- Distance does not affect speed
::Cons::
- More expensive than DSL
- Line is shared with other users
With all that said, you need to think about what type of user you are. If you are a heavy Internet user and downloader, you would highly benefit from a broadband connection. For the light users who use the Internet just to check emails, are probably better off with a dialup. However, if you are willing to splurge some cash on a broadband connection, then by all means, upgrade!
Mark Pascua is the webmaster of PersonalConfuser.net, a computer how-to and tips website.
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Healthy Natural Weight Loss
My wife had bypass surgery awhile back and the doctor told her to lose some weight. Her doctor also put her on an exercise program at a local hospital that is monitored by a nursing staff. This went on for about three months. After the exercise plan was over at the hospital we decided to continue at home with an exercise plan and diet. Let me tell you what happened to us by using a healthy natural weight loss plan that we decided on.
We started this plan by looking at the labels on food containers and seeing how much fat, carbohydrates, sugar, sodium and calories were in the serving size. Serving size is the first thing you should look for. This gives you a clue as to how much you can consume. We weren't too concerned about too much of this because we were going to cut down on portions anyway. We found that we could eat enough food to be full and still eat a healthy, low fat, low carb diet by choosing our food wisely. You can do it, you just have to get into the habit of reading those food labels.
In order to get more exercise at home and indoors, we purchased a treadmill. You can do the same thing by going outdoors and walking in the park or neighborhood or by belonging to a gym. We found out though that by using the treadmill we didn't have to worry about the weather or having to stop and talk to the neighbors. It worked out real well for us by exercising in this manner. Walking is one of the best exercises that you can do, especially after you have been doing it awhile it gets easier and you can walk farther.
It is amazing how simple it is to lose weight. What you have to do is set your mind to do it and continue on your plan until you get to your ideal weight. What it takes is determination and someone to do it with whether it is a relative, friend or someone at a gym. Don't say you can't lose weight by watching what you eat and dieting, because you can. I did it and my wife did it. We are still watching our diet and exercising two to three times a week. It gets to be a lifestyle after you have done it for awhile. Go ahead and design your healthy natural weight loss plan by choosing food that you like, reading the labels and getting some exercise two or three days a week, you can do it also. Lose those extra pounds, you will feel better and have a lot more energy.
Losing weight can be fun and it definitely will improve the way you feel and the amount of energy that you have. There are some weight loss supplements that will help you also such as hoodia and green tea. These supplements help by suppressing the appetite. Remember YOU can lose weight.
There are some more articles and tips written by the author and others at these websites. Check them out, you will be glad that you did. http://www.healthfitnesstips.net
http://www.hoodiaforyou.com
http://www.uncommonreads.com
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The Xbox 360 Product Review; The Straight Goods
Xbox 360 sold out this Christmas and truly for good reason, not only did Microsoft go for it in terms of marketing, but they seem to have gone all out with features and quality too. Not only is the Xbox 360 and electronic piece of art with its futuristic and pleasing body, but it truly rocks, as the Gammers say.
It appears we are seeing a barrage of new games available for the new Xbox 360 and the floodgates are opened. There are so many new games out that it is hard to review them all. No more boring games, no more stale junk, the Xbox 360 has set a pace now that Song PSP will never catch. No matter what kinds of video games you are into the Xbox 360 takes full advantage of the latest technology to play them all. The speed, graphics and sound are excellent indeed. Xbox Rocks and Bill Gates is Great.
Video games and consoles of the past generation of games water under the bridge now. It doesn't matter who did what before, because now there is only one gaming console in town and so many new game titles to choose from that we just do not have time to play them all. Microsoft has cornered the market and set a completely new standard now. For those who love to play Xbox is the way. You need this in 2006.
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