Obviously if you are having trouble connecting you will not be able to access this site. A COPY that you can use if you have any problems.
Modems have a pre-set decibel range that they can operate within.
The normal solution is to slow the modem speed. See Modem Settings problems. The resistance in the copper in your phone line increases as the line length increases. If you are more than five kms away this may cause the modem's signals to deteriorate. If you think it is causing the problem, ask Telstra to test your lines.