How Fast Is Road Runner Lite Compared to Dial Up?

Road Runner Lite is an introductory level Internet package offered by Time Warner Cable as an option for people looking to upgrade from dial-up service for light web browsing and email. Even though it is a basic-level plan, it provides speeds that are considerably faster than dial-up and offers the added benefit of an "always on" broadband Internet connection.

Download Speed

Road Runner Lite offers download speeds as high as 768 kbps, which is up to 13-14 times faster than standard dial-up Internet access. This means that you will not only be able to download files faster, but also be able to load and browse web pages faster and with greater ease.

Upload Speed

Road Runner Lite offers upload speeds equivalent to 128 kbps.

Other Information

Road Runner Lite is available in select areas only. According to Time Warner Cable, the speed of Road Runner Lite can vary depending on the area. The advertised speed is 768 kbps, but actual speed results can vary depending on other factors such as line quality and even the settings on your computer.

References

• Time Warner Cable - Speed Levels