Is DSL or cable if you have it faster,with or without problems.I find AT&T DSL kicking me offline
Several times from 5 to 10 pm.Thinking of switching to cable.I did google to see which is better.It said both have the same problems,gets slow when more use it.Boy frustrating.
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All Internet services are shared at one point or another, and no residential service will guarantee a specific level of service. That being said you should not lose your Internet connection.
By next generation DSL, if you are referring to fiber optic ADSL 2+ services such as Verizon FiOS or At&t U-Verse, then it is comparable to moderate to upper end cable plans.
Newer ADSL2+ services can be as fast as 50 Mbps. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Subscriber_Line
Cable Internet is a form of broadband Internet transmitted over coaxial television cables. Cable Internet speeds range from 1.5 Mbps to over 100 Mbps using newer DOCSIS 3.0 technology. The speed of the service depends on your exact area and service package that you order. http://docsiscablemodem.com/
A lot will depend on what Internet providers are available in your specific location, and what levels of service they offer in that location.
For instance DSL Internet might be better in one part of the city, and cable Internet options better in another. DSL is generally cheaper than cable Internet, however the cable plans are usually faster.
If you are interested in broadband Internet then go to a ISP comparison site that lets you input your address, http://isp1.us/find/ and compare the pricing and terms of the offers that are available in your area
The physical address is needed because some services, particularly DSL, are very distance sensitive. For example you might be able to get a specific level of service while your next door neighbor can't.
You'll want to pick the fastest plan that fits your budget. In some areas this can be 100 Mbps+. But these high end broadband plans are expensive. You may find that something in the 5 to 30 Mbps range might satisfy your needs at a much lower cost.
Good Luck...
Melk
DSL is better than cable