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Broadband
Why You Need Broadband
You need broadband or high speed internet service
if you want to use VoIP at its fullest. Actually VoIP phones won't work without
high stream of internet coming and going from them.
So what is broadband? What are its options? Which to go for?
This basic, simple guide answers these questions with hints to help you choose the broadband service for
your home or business VoIP phones.
What is broadband? How it differs from dial-up internet?
To put it simply, broadband is a fast internet compared to a dial-up internet
connection. With broadband your web pages load 5 to 7 times faster than when you use a dial-up
connection. You can receive and send data speedily with broadband which is why
you need it for making VoIP calls.
How do you get broadband services?
Broadband comes in three options: DSL, Cable and Satellite
DSL
DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line This internet connection is generally
delivered through your regular phone line by your internet service provider.
However as the phone line signals and internet signals are split at the user's
end so you can use your phone while using DSL connection to surf the internet.
Cable
Cable Internet is delivered along with TV signals that you get from your cable TV service.
Satellite
Satellite internet comes to you
directly through a geostationary satellite. This service is highly useful in
areas not covered by DSL and cable internet services. It is considerably slower
than DSL and Cable internet.
DSL and Cable Internet
Access - Which To Go
For?
Both can be used for a VoIP phone. If you are now using one of them and
satisfied with it, there is no need to do anything. On the other hand, if you are
thinking of switching from your dial-up connection to broadband, the comparison
between a DSL and Cable internet may lie in such factors as the speed, price and
availability of various plans.
With comparable prices, go for the
service which allows more speed and bandwidth. Bandwidth is the amount of signal
that you are allowed to use while surfing or downloading. So more you get the
better.
What is ADSL?
It is a form of DSL internet and stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line
(ADSL).
Without being too technical, it is so called because this internet line allows
more bandwidth for downloading to your computer than uploading and so is best
for home and small business.
There are also other forms of broadband internet access such as SDSL IDSL as well as T1 and T3 used for
different business needs. Click here to learn more.
Choose your broadband high-speed internet
Click
here for help in choosing the broadband service that is most suitable to
your home and business needs.
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