The value statement DSLs and cable modems offer the best values today. A big advantage is that Internet access is virtually instantaneous. That can mean the difference between looking up a drug interaction on the Web and working from memory. DSLs have a number of advantages over cable modems. The most important from a medical perspective is security.
Cable is a broadcast service, and everyone receives the same data.
In contrast, DSLs are secure. So if you're interested in security along with maximum speed and convenience, DSLs are the way to go. It depends on how much you use the Internet and e-mail in your daily practice. Another thing to consider is the possible evolution of your use of the Web. For example, having a higher bandwidth and the faster Internet response that it brings may be just what you need to make information on the Internet a part of your daily practice and self-education routine.