Cable vs. DSL
When it comes to speed, value and service, Cable leaves DSL is the dust. For the fifth year in a row Road Runner High Speed Online is at the top of PC Magazine's Reader Satisfaction Survey for superior broadband service. Compare for yourself.
How does it work?
Cable
Cable High Speed Online is available over our rich fiber network and allows customers blazing fast speeds. Plus, you can surf the web, watch TV and chat on TWC Digital Home Phone all at the same time.
DSL
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is installed through a filter on a telephone phone. The filter separates out high frequencies (used for online service) from the lower frequencies (used for phone service). The DSL computer modem and the phone can be used at the same time without interference.
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How does |
Cable |
DSL |
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Fastest Speed Available |
10 Mbps download*
RR Turbo includes PowerBoost with instant bursts of speed up to 10 Mbps. |
7.0 Mbps download 896 Kbps upload |
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Standard Service Speed |
5 Mbps download
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1.5 Mbps download 896 Kbps upload |
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Equipment |
Time Warner Cable Technology
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DSL service is distance-sensitive and availability varies by address |
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24 x 7
Customer Service |
YES |
VARIES |
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Free Internet
Security Suite and Parental Controls |
YES |
VARIES |
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Online Storage
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YES |
VARIES |
This Comparison based on leading competitors.
Triple the speed of DSL claim is based on Road Runner's standard maximum download speed of 10 Mbps versus the standard DSL package’s maximum download speed of 1.5 Mbps. Actual speeds may vary. (Claim: Triple the maximum download speed of the standard DSL package)
