Cable modems - you can expect speeds from 400 to 1440 kilobits per second. Cable networks differ from DSL networks in their basic structure. With a cable modem, you are sharing access to the Internet, unlike DSL which runs on a dedicated connection. Cable modem service is set up like a local area network (LAN), making it possible for many users to share the same bandwidth. The downside of shared access is security -- experienced hackers may …
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…dropped. Always-On/Dynamic ISDN is just catching on. If you are interested, you will have to buy an AO/DI modem, buy a Dial-Up Networking Patch for Windows, and find an ISP that can support it. Depending on how much high-speed access competition there is in your market, installation and setup charges for ISDN range from $125 to $400 including a good adapter to connect your computer to the network. Monthly service costs range from around $20 to $80.