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Frequently Asked
Questions
This section provides answers to the commonly asked questions on
your ADSL modem.
Why is Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) called Asymmetric ?
It is called asymmetric because more bandwidth is reserved for receiving data
than for sending data. This is useful because many users of the Internet receive
much more data than they send.
What are the benefits of ADSL over analog modems ?
Besides the high-speed advantage, ADSL connection is always on. There is no
longer a need to log on and off, no more busy signals and no more waiting for the
connection to established - it is always there. On top of these, you can use the
phone even when the data connection is on. You do not need to switch between
surfing the Net and talking over the phone.
Will my router constantly connect near the maximum speed ?
At ADSL speeds, the limitations depend on the performance or load of the Internet
Service Provider that you are trying to reach, as well as the line condition specific
to your location.
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