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Other Types of Broadband

ISDN

An Integrated Services Digital Network Line (ISDN) is a highly reliable digital telephone line with two 64k channels that can be joined into one 128k channel as needed. Many ISPs support ISDN but not all support a 128k connection.

ISDN is billed by the minute, by the channel, and by the time of day. The connection will drop and re-connect as needed and some providers charge for each re-connection. If you don't order enough "free" minutes each month you will quickly discover the origins of the nickname "I Smell Dollars Nearby"!

Aggregated Connection

An Aggregated Connection consists of multiple dial-up phone lines, each with a modem and ISP account. The speed can be 112k or faster, depending on the number of lines and their quality. Not all ISPs support aggregation.

If you must have a high speed connection and you can't have DSL, cable, or ISDN, then aggregation may work for you but it may not be cheap, if it is available.

T1 line

A T1 Line line runs at a steady 1.54m and can be segmented into several lines, making it the choice of networking specialists. Most people have neither the expertise nor the money for a T1 line.

Some other considerations

The quality of broadband service ranges from excellent to wretched, horrid, and worse. Visit our Resources page to find information about providers in your area.

All computers connecting to the Internet must have an IP Address. There are several types of IP address that your ISP may assign to you.  
  • Static IP - An IP address is assigned to you permanently. Anyone who knows your address can communicate with you.
  • Dynamic IP - An IP address is assigned to you, or Leased, when you make your connection. Often this address does not change but don't count on it.
  • Translated IP - Your IP address may be fixed or dynamic on the ISP's network but it is translated on the Internet. Translated IP can be problematic.
  • PPPoE - A dynamic IP address that requires "dialing in" and logging on after periods of inactivity.
The subject of IP addresses may be "Geek" to you but it makes a difference if you need to connect to your office network (VPN).  Be sure to check with your network staff before ordering your DSL service. 

Sharing a broadband connection 

You can share one DSL or cable modem connection with up to 253 computers. Click on "Internet Sharing" on the menu at the left to learn more.

 

 
Broadband Internet

This information is provided for your convenience. We make no claims for its accuracy, its reliability, or its completeness. Please use your discretion and common sense when making any type of buying decision and when dealing with computer professionals, retailers, and service providers.

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