10-13-06

COMPUTERS- HIGHSPEED/BROADBAND- The term ‘broadband’ is generally described as a permanent high-speed network connection with data speeds in excess of 128 kilobits per second (Kbps). If you still use your internal dial-up modem then you don’t have Broadband.  Some ISP’s (internet service provider) charge you extra for what they call HIGHSPEED or BROADBAND dial-up service. This is not broadband and you most likely will not see much of an increase in speed.  The phone company’s DSL is spreading out more and more as they update the phone lines and is what I recommend if you can get it.  Next would be Cable but it is more expensive then DSL.  Wild Blue satellite internet is a way to go if you can’t get the others.