Internet Connections Jenna Wilensky CSC
Dial-Up Connection Uses a phone line and modem to connect Has about a 56 kbps transfer rate Cost can vary from $9.95 to $21.95 Some providers are: NetZero, Earthlink, Netscape, and Juno
DSL Connection Uses a phone line and a modem which is provided by the installer Has a transfer rate of 1.5 Mpbs Cost for DSL is about $26.95 per month Current providers include: SBC, Verizon, Savvis, and MSN.
Cable Connection UUUUses a Cable modem and TV cable to connect SSSSpeed of up to 2 mbps CCCCost of $29.99 and up CCCCurrent providers are: Earthlink, Verizon, Nationwide Satellite, and Roadrunner
Comparing the Three Connection Types FEATURE DIAL UP DSLCABLE CONNECTION Phone Line and Modem TV Cable and Modem TRANSFER RATE RATE 56 Kbps 1.5 Mbps Up to 2 Mbps COST $ 9.95 – $ $ $ and up