DSL's use of the existing infrastructure makes it cheaper to install than other services which require the laying of additional cable. Back to the top 2. DSL is available in a spectrum of speeds. Whether you're a home user or a business, DSL offers high bandwidth performance at a price you can afford. Back to the top 3.
Cable modems attach to the cable TV network connection in a home or business.
The potential bandwidth estimates for this new technology range upwards of 30Mb from the service provider to the subscriber. However, cable networks are inherently different in design than telephone networks. Since DSL connections are independent, the bandwidth available to the end user is more consistent. Back to the top 4. There are many different types of DSL, each designed around specific goals and needs of the marketplace.