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Tips and Tricks to getting a good DSLMay 26 '01 (Updated Jun 07 '01) Write an essay on this topic.The Bottom Line Just be careful, many ISPs are out there to trick you. Many DSL providers out there don't really provide what they tell you. Hopefully, after reading this, you'll understand some more about DSL ISP's. Remember, you should look around for multiple reviews for an ISP, never just trust one, as it may be totally wrong. First, find out if you are in a DSL-servicable area. You can use the tool at http://www.dslreports.com/ , check with your TELCO, or if you know you're within 18,000 feet, that's good enough. Generally, in most areas where you are close enough to the CO, there'll be DSL providers around. Dynamic IPs or Static IPs? Many ISPs prevent you from running your own webserver or gameserver by giving you a dynamic IP every half an hour, or so. However, you can still find several quality ISPs (Telocity) that give you a static IP, and encourage you to run a server. If you don't need to run a server, you won't have to worry about this. Compare! Make sure you compare the DSL service you want to use with other DSL services. As many providers compete, some ISPs may have a lower price for a higher speed. If you are in an area where DSL is super-expensive, perhaps you should consider getting in a cable internet service. (Roadrunner/@Home) Modems..? In fact, DSL has no modem. Modems are for modulation and demodulation, and DSL uses neither. Usually, when your ISP or friend refers to a modem, they mean either a DSL gateway/bridge or router. What's the difference between a DSL gateway/bridge or router? Well, with a gateway, you can only connect the DSL to one computer. You'd have to leave that computer on, and run NAT or PROXY to share the access with the other computers. Routers can be directly connected to your HUB, and allow the computers to share the connect more directly. Prices..? At this time of writing, a good ADSL line should be about $49.95. Line-sharing..? If you don't have a second telephone line that can be dedicated to DSL, then you'd have to get ADSL. ADSL allows line-sharing, which means that one line can be used for both at the same time. However, you'll have to place microfilters on each phone to prevent the hissing sound. SDSL is symmetrical, that means it has the same speed up and down, unlike ADSL. However, SDSL requires that you have a seperate line dedicated to it. Good luck!  |
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