DSL Internet

For Better, Faster and Internet that is always on

DSL, or Digital Subscriber Line, is a type of high speed Internet connection to individual businesses. It’s one of the most popular types of high speed broadband service available in the market today. Depending where your office is located, geographically, determines the possible types of Internet that you can choose from. This type of service uses the same line as a regular phone service so it’s inexpensive to provide. It allows your employees to be on the phone with a customer as well as looking at their account on the Internet.

How does it work?

DSL works by splitting the phone line into two frequency ranges. The frequencies are split into one for voice, and the other one for data. This makes it possible to use the line for phone calls and data network access at the same time. Installing it only requires an available phone jack together with an existing telephone service. All equipment required to get connected usually comes as a package together with your new service and setting up your new connection is easy.

For DSL to work, however, your business has to be located within 18,000 wire feet (i.e. not “as the crow flies”), from the DSLAM (i.e. the piece of equipment sitting at the provider’s central office/station that is transmitting the DSL signal). When you order DSL, a technician is able to tell you your approximate distance from the DSLAM and whether or not DSL is likely available. Regardless of this estimate, the DSL provider will not guarantee that a good signal is available until they actually install the service and test it.

What’s in it for you?

Constant Access. The connection is “on” all the time. Users do not have to dial their Internet service provider each time they want to “access” the Internet.

You Can Talk and Surf. You don’t need a second line to keep your telephone line “open.” With the splitter sending the voice and data signals to “different parts” of the line, DSL users enjoy simultaneous access to both the telephone (voice) and the computer (data). Thus, DSL customers do not need a second line for their Internet access.

No Additional Wiring. A DSL connection makes use of your existing telephone wiring, so you will not have to pay for expensive upgrades to your office’s phone room. DSL also uses extra lines from your telephone channels, so you will not need to have another line installed.

High Security. An advantage that DSL has over cable is that it offers greater security. In most cases, you will have access to a separate network. Cable networks are often shared by other computer users, so your privacy may be at risk.
Price. DSL is generally priced from $19.99 up to $50.00 per month. Phone service is not always required, and installation fees may apply.