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Switch over from Dial Up Internet Connection

Today, usage of internet has become inevitable. Through surfing the web, we can find any information that we want, download our favorite movies and songs and can even purchase anything online. The time required to browse various pages of a single website or to browse different websites solely depends on your internet connection speed. And this can really become time consuming if you are having a Dial-up connection. Wake up! It’s time to switch from your Dial-up internet connection to a Broadband high speed connection.
Conventional networks like the Dial-up internet are intended for one particular use and may not be suitable for others. The best example is when we use cellular telephone networks for large data transfers. In such cases they are not at all effective. When we want to transfer data using a computer having little connectivity, the connection may get terminated because of shortage of bandwidth.
The speed of data transfer with traditional or conventional Dial-up connection usually stays around 56Kbps. Technologies such as ISDN provide superior quality and quicker access, however it is expensive when compared to the conventional forms. Today most corporations, SME’s and even home based connections use DSL or Cable for high speed internet access. DSL uses twin copper lines and does not require you to Dial-in for accessing the internet as your ISP is always indicated on the DSL connection. While, the cable technology relies on a shared bandwidth as compared to DSL and operates using the coaxial cable which provides you with a greater bandwidth. If you already have an existing cable connection for your TV, you can use the same for accessing the internet as well.
As per the latest survey by the FCA, 74% of America’s population access internet via a broadband connection. If you compare the speeds of DSL and cable, DSL offers you speeds up to 2.4 Mbps during download and 1.3 Mbps for uploads. Cable internet comes with a higher speeds ranging from 2 Mbps to 10 Mbps for downloading and from 384 kbps to 256 kbps during upload. This is why cable internet connections have become more popular than DSL connections. So, why are you waiting for? Switch over from Dial-up connection to much higher options for accessing Internet, today!
By: Francis David
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Speed Up Your Dial Up Internet Connection? 10 Hot Tips
Want to speed up your dial up Internet connection? – If you’re using a dial up connection to access the Internet, following these 10 simple tips will ensure that web content is delivered as fast as possible to your Internet browser.
Make sure you are using a 56k modem – Use the “Windows Device Manager” to check the dial up modem’s properties. Go to the modem manufacturer’s website and verify you’re using the current firmware for your model.
Check your phone line connection – Make sure the cable and connections between your PC’s modem and the phone jack are secure and in good shape.
Use Internet accelerator software – Most dial up ISPs provide an accelerated or high-speed dial up service. Check with your dial up provider to see if this option is available to you.
Scan for malware – Spyware and adware are definite computer speed killers. Free programs to scan and remove malware can be downloaded from the Internet. Make sure to use a reputable one such as Malwarebytes.
Turn of unnecessary add-ins – Add-ins such as toolbars, instant messaging programs, weather updates, etc. will slow your dial up connection down. Disable all programs that you don’t absolutely need or prevent them from starting up automatically. Read the rest of this entry »