What Is ADSL Internet?
Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) is a type of DSL that has unequal upload and download speeds--with almost all connections having faster download speeds, according to the Federal Communications Commission.
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History
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In 1996, ADSL appeared on the market, but only on an experimental basis, according to Tech Target. By 1998, Internet Service Providers began expanding the availability of ADSL.
Benefits
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ADSL lines are useful for people who do not need to upload much information and mostly just browse the Internet or download a lot of files, according to the FCC. Additionally, it does not interfere with voice signals over your telephone line.
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Features
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The speed of an ADSL line depends on the package offered by individual ISPs, but speed can range from 256 kilobits per second to 6 megabits per second on downloads; upload speed ranges from 128 to 512 kbps, according to Help With PC's.
Tip
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Unlike dial-up connections, you do not need to sign into an account to use ADSL. This puts your computer at a greater security risk so make sure to use a firewall.
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References
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