ISP Connection Types

People connecting via the Internet are so common in these times that businesses, entertainment and social interactions are done online. The Internet has many uses. People can transact, connect and have fun. Due to the convenience Internet brings, people are now opting to connect while at home. There are many home Internet providers to choose from.

Aside from that, one has to decide about the connection that will be used. The following are some the types of connection to choose from.

Dial-up. A dial-up connection uses your home’s phone line and analogue modem. A dial up connection is a bit slow compared to the other connection types as its speed is usually at 56kbps.

Wireless. A wireless connection, more commonly known as Wi-Fi or Wireless Fidelity is a growing demand for Internet connection even for home Internet providers. With this type of connection, you can go online anywhere in your home as long as you get a signal from the modem.

Cable. A cable connection is faster than the dial-up. Its speed is usually in the range of 4-5mbps. A cable modem that uses your cable TV’s connection will be used.

DSL. DSL or digital subscriber line uses your home’s phone line and provides Internet speed that is similar to a cable connection. However, it is affected by the distance of the telephone service provider to your home. The farther you are, the slower the connection.

Satellite. Another option is the satellite connection that provides high speed Internet connection. However, this can be pricy. A satellite dish is needed to be installed in your home to be able to have this service. Not all home Internet providers, however, have this option.

 

Choosing among the home Internet providers and types of connection are the basic tasks you have to make to be able to have home Internet access. The benefits of having Internet at home, however, will surely be worth a little headache.