The cable TV Companies may not be ready to handle the flow of data that would occur if millions of users began suddenly using the system for Internet access. Internet usage has increased dramatically, far more than some experts ever predicted. It stands to reason the same will happen now that cable modems are already in use. We have experienced some slowdowns from time to time. Sending faxes so far is out of the question.
Cable modems are available in many areas now.
We subscribed lately, and so far, it can't be beat. Keep in mind though that the speed is tremendous between cable modems. But as soon as you tap into web sites that use the old fashion telephone lines, it slows right down. Like all new technology, it will be a few years before it becomes more common place. Using your telephone line Just when we thought we had this all figured out, our local telephone company comes up with it's own version of cable modem.