Always On - DSL is a dedicated service, meaning it is always on, so there is no need to dial up to connect to the Internet. No more busy signals, and no more waiting to connect. Simply click a desktop icon and you're online. The following details cyberMIND service offerings. All speeds will not be available to all customers based on the quality and length of local phone lines from the Central Office.
Distances are approximate.
Downstream means downloading information from the Internet to your computer. Information travels downstream when a web page is loading on your computer screen, or you open e-mail messages that someone sent you. Upstream means sending information from your computer to the Internet. Information travels upstream when sending e-mail messages, hosting a web server, providing video streaming, or holding a video conference. If you have ever tried to send an e-mail with a large attachment, like pictures, large spreadsheets, or electronic presentations you understand how a sluggish upstream connection can really slow down your business.