will an adsl router work with regular cable internet?
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It depends on the hardware interface of the router.\n1. Does it connect to the outside world via an ethernet cable to a dsl modem, or does it hook directly into your phone jack?\n\nIf it connects via an ethernet cord to your dsl/cable modem, then you have a chance.\n\n2. If you're covered for (1), then you next need to go to your router's configuration page and see if it can receive an ip address by normal dhcp.\n\nIf it can do that as well, you can probably use it for a cable connection as well (assuming you can find a power cord).\n\nFor a power cord I'd look at radio shack first. If you really care about how much you spend, you may want to shop at some other electronics stores like CompUSA, Best Buy, Fry's Electronics, Microcenter, or other general electronics store. They all should carry power adapters.
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Not sure. I think they have agreements with Earthlink for both ADSL and dial-up.
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DSL is through your phone company which will require that you have a phone line hooked up to the modem  If you don't want to pay for a phone in your house then depending on the company they can do it.  Most of the time they will require you to have a phone line make sure you put it to the most basic service there is. But the best way to go in my opionion is Cable modem if they offer it in your area.  if you live in Texas then you might be lucky and be in the area that they are testing out Internet through the powerlines.
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No, DSL will not do that.\n\nWell, it MIGHT work, but if one is already connected, the other will not be able to.\n\nYou'd be better off drilling a hole in the floor and dropping a cat-5 wire down. It would definately work, plus you'd get the added advantage of connecting the basement PC to the PC's upstairs.
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You need to use a pppoe or pppoa client to be able to connect to your ISP over ADSL/cable using your username/password.\n\nI provided links for free pppoe clients, follow the instructions.
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yeah, we do that in the office.  Just put the splitter on so you separate the ADSL from the normal phone line, then stick the normal analogue modem on the phone line.  No special arrangements required.
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You can't.  DSL uses cables to convey the data and if your area still isn't cable-ready (DSL cables that is), you will have to rely on dial-up in the meantime.
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Hi,\n\nBest place to go for advise on this issue is\n\nhttp://bbs.adslguide.org.uk/\n\nabd the main site\n\nhttp://www.adslguide.org.uk/\n\nHTH
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Try http://www.gonuts4free.com/finall/adsl.php
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You are comparing two different systems.  Wireless routers are designed to set up network connectivity between computers.  DSL and Cable modems are used to provide high speed internet access.\n\nDepending on your hardware, you should be able to set up a wireless network to allow your computers to talk to one another on the same network.  \n\nIf you wanted to provide internet access, you could use DSL or Cable for high speed access.  You could also use Internet Connection Sharing on Windows to allow multiple computers to use a Dial Up connection.  It will be slow, but it is functional.
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You need a router, mine is a westell with 4 ports and it came with my DSL.
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yes but not to the same router.  You can only route thru one cable modem on each pc.  However you can use them and setup a VPN so the two networks are shareable.
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I have Verizon DSL. It's ADSL and it's fairly cheap. I've never had any problems with reliability either.
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Yes.\nHere are some options:\n\nCABLE  \nRequires professional installation of coaxial cable, cable boxes, splitters etc. \n\nPros - Fast download speeds, most cases wiring is already in place, less costly package deals available if purchased w/ phone and tv programming.\n\nCons - Slightly more expensive than DSL\n*Contact your local cable provider.\n\nSATELLITE\nRequires professional installation of a small dish w/ ability to send and receive signals. \n\nPros - Makes internet accessible to remote or rural areas where DSL or Cable access is not available.\n\nCons - Most costly of all options. Download speeds limited. Telephone line needed for initial setup in most cases.\n*Contact Dish Network, DirectTV or your local provider\n\nWIRELESS\nMany municipalities across the country provide or have plans to provide, free wireless access. Your town may fall into this category. Check with your city hall.\n\nHOTSPOTS\nFree - local restaurants, snack shops, bookstores and coffee houses. \n*While using a vendor's free "hotspot," be sure to make a purchase...it will keep you in their good graces and insure that you'll be welcome on your next visit. \n\nCommercial - Requires a subscriber fee or paid account. Some  offer "Pay As You Go" options similar to cellphone offerings.\n\nShared - Neighbor (within 150 ft.) with internet and  wireless router or AP. Offer to pay a small fee to share neighbor's broadband via his/her AP. Just make certain that you both "turn off disk sharing" services and that the arrangement does not violate any provider defined "terms of service."
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SDSL often goes farther than ADSL but is more expensive. If that doesn't reach either, you should check cable or satellite.
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you can use a wireless router and or a regular router and use  cables to connect them
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Two solutions.\n\n(1) Use an ADSL line repeater.  See the DSL notes below page 2-41 on mid-span repeaters to extend DSL to 30,000 feet (9100m).  As mentioned, many service providers do not like to install these since they require a trunk roll.\n\n(2) Ask for ITU-T G.992.3 Annex L (for long) ADSL2-RE (Reach Extended) supports DSL to about 28,000 feet.  The Annex L is needed in the central office (DSALM) and the customer side (CPE).  Annex L is a 2002 standard and is now widely deployed and is most likely being used by your service provider.  See the charts.  Over 18,000 feet the data rates are falling quickly.