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Compare and contrast the following broadband methods for home Internet access

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Broadband Methods for home Internet access

There are several broadband methods that can be used to provide high speed internet access at home . The selection of the method is determined by the requirements , the availability of the hardware which is determined by the location of the user and the installation cost . Some of the most common methods include digital subscribers line (DSL , cable internet and satellite internet among others (Lemke , 2001 . Due to its availability

and speed relative to other options , I would prefer satellite internet for home use

Digital subscriber line is the most common home internet access method and provides network over the telephone lines . The main advantages of DSL that the subscriber is always connected , the hardware can have multiple uses (it is used as a phone and as an internet access devise at the same time , it provides a wide range of prices depending on the speed and a wide range of service providers . However , its use is limited by varying speed , availability , download limits and the special equipments that must be installed by the telecom company . Cable internet on the other hand uses other coaxial cables other than telephone cables such as the television conduits . This broadband method has the basic advantage of being inexpensive and higher availability . On the other hand , it has the disadvantage of congestion and security problems associated with sharing of the network . Moreover , it is more suitable for multiple...

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