Cable vs. DSL
When it comes to speed, value and service, Cable leaves DSL in the dust.
Compare for yourself.
How does it work?
Cable
Road Runner High Speed Online is available over our Advanced Fiber Network and allows customers blazing fast speeds. Plus, you can surf the web, watch TV and chat using your Digital Phone service all at the same time.
DSL
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is installed through a filter on a telephone line. 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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Cable |
DSL |
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Fastest Speed Available |
15 Mbps download
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6.0 Mbps download 384 Kbps upload |
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Standard Service Speed |
7 Mbps download
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1.5 Mbps download 384 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 competitor in Wisconsin
4x 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)
Subscription to Road Runner Standard or Road Runner Turbo is required to receive PowerBoost. Road Runner Turbo with PowerBoost provides a burst of download speed when capacity is available above the customer’s provisioned download speeds for the first 10 MB of a file or for Road Runner Standard customers up to 7 MB of a file. It then reverts to your provisioned speed for the remainder of the download. Actual speeds may vary. Not all service tiers are available in all areas. Many factors affect speed. PowerBoost is a registered trademark of Comcast Corporation. Used with Permission. © Time Warner Cable Inc. All rights reserved. The Power of You is a trademark of Time Warner Cable Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. TM & © WARNER BROS. ENTERTAINMENT INC.
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