About Bill Connelly Expertise I have been an AOL member for many years as well as a beta tester for their new software and features. I think I`m familiar with most features and versions dating back to their early DOS and first Windows versions. I have limited experience with their Mac versions.
Experience I'm an experienced computer consultant and have been an AOL user for years. I currently am a beta tester of their current software and am familiar with most of their PC versions.
Question hello,
thank you first of all for taking my question. i currently have an AOL dial up internet service. However, i'm considering getting high-speed internet service since i really need a faster and more reliable service for my home office.
what are my alternatives? i have heard about dsl, cable modems etc. i dont really know much about these and do not know which one is best for me. i would truely appreciate your oppinion and advice.
i live in a suburb of new york city and have various high speed choices. i'm also lucky enough to work for a company that is willing to pay for this service.
thanks,
Atam
Answer Atam -
It may depend on what is offered where you live. DSL requires you to live relatively close to a phone company that offers it. And not all cable companies have completely wired their cable users for cable internet access.
If both are available to you, I would choose DSL. The main reason being you are not "sharing" the line line with others as you do with cable. Typically, during peak hours (mid-afternoon to early evening), cable speeds go way down as others are logging on. You don't get this with DSL. I also think DSL is more secure, although that really isn't a huge concern of mine, but for some, it may be. Cable and DSL are usually about the same price, which doesn't seem to be an issue for you.
Here's a link to a few articles that address Cable vs. DSL:
Also, AOL's high speed access is quite good (they use DSL). If that is offered in your area, I would feel comfortable recommending that. Go to keyword HIGH SPEED to learn more and check availability.
