Too bad, then, that few businesses can get those links, considering that cable companies have built their networks to primarily offer residential service. Still, it's worthwhile for businesses to check with their local cable company about cable modem service availability, due to the price and performance benefits.
Some cable companies offer a variety of business connectivity solutions.
For example, Comcast Commercial Online offers managed cable modem and on-site proxy server packages. Most cable companies offer business services using proprietary cable modem products from Motorola, Nortel, Terayon and Com21, among others. Cisco Systems Inc. has developed the first integrated cable modem router product line. Cisco's uBR924 also adds two RJ-11 ports to support IP telephone and fax services. Copyright 2000-2001 Digiterra Broadband.