Can an Internet cord effect the speed of DSL internet?
961269
The data running through the cords is running at 100 mbs, and that is fast.  If the cord is frayed or mangled, it may affect it's ability to carry data at that speed as it could be allowing outside interference.  Interference, such as from electricity, radio waves, and other signals floating through the air, could cause a high number errors which slows down the data.  I suggest replacing that cord with a new CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6 Ethernet cord.  It will likely improve the Internet performance for that slower computer.
256691
Oh yes, there is an Annex to the ADSL2+ standard that specifies precisely this! It can double your upload speeds by increasing the frequency designated to transmit information from your computer to the internet. This is called AnnexM. Here is the standards specification if you are interested: http://www.itu.int/md/T05-SG09-C/
220886
lol.. no. my wireless connection is better than that. Get Earthlink DSl (yes earthlink sells DSL) or verizon DSl thats much faster.
202068
You can't. Only with "manageable" hubs, switches and routers can you set bandwidth limitations on individual workstations or laptops. It sucks, I know, because I have the same problem at my house. I was nice enough to allow a few neighbors in my apartment building share my DSL connection via wireless and this once fast connection I HAD is just like you said, dialup. Only thing I can suggest is that you ensure he's not using anything like a file sharing program (limewire or Kazaa etc.) to download songs and videos etc. That will KILL your internet connection speed.
543176
There are downloads that supposedly speed up Dial Up downloads, but the benefit is marginal if at all. A dial up connection is faster the closer you are to your ISP. But if you really want speedier downloads you will have to forsake Dial Up altogether. DSL is faster by a whole lot, and cable is even much faster. Of course, fast costs money. If budget is a consideration, then DSL that includes phone, television and Internet may be an option as they come bundled in various price ranges. You can only speed up the horse and buggy so far. Time to switch to a Mustang.
166413
I originally had cable, which was technically faster (3 meg down) but I switched to DSL.  It's half the speed (1.5 meg down) but i hardly notice the difference...and it's a lot cheaper, too (at least in my area).
747607
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.
618358
It can sometimes depend on the time of day and how many other people in your area are using it, expecially if its cable internet.  With cable, many people in an area share a certain amount of bandwidth & therefore your speed slows down when alot of others are using it.  With DSL you have your own amount of bandwidth to use, so theoretically it should be the same speed all the time (I've never had DSL so I can't tell you for sure).\n\nYou might try calling your internet service provider, perhaps they can help.  My cable company has reset my modem remotely and that has helped fix some problems I've had.  Its certainly a hassle though!
992988
Make sure you have filters on all your phone lines, including any TV boxes that use the phone. This can cause slowness. You can check with the manual and see if you can access the DSL router to see what DL and UP speeds you are at. If you are below what is promised then check with the company. If you are above where you are supposed to be then either live with what you have or call the company, pay more to upgrade. This is all dependant on how your DSL is setup and it may not be the same way I am familiar with. They also have Internet Speed Check's that you can use to check your speed. That will give you an idea if you are at a good speed for DSL. \n\nhttp://reviews.cnet.com/7004-7254_7-0.html
317371
Yes, you should use the DOCTOR TCP link below to tune your DSL for faster performance.  My connection went three times faster on an older W98 system, but only +30% faster with WXP.  So, yes, you can improve the performance of your DSL.
182033
sounds like a headache to me. my dad uses DSL which shares a phone jack with the regular telephone via a cheap connecter. then the line runs into his DSL modem. From there he has an ethernet chord running into a wireless router. From there he has an ethernet chord running into his actual computer. Not to mention the wireless network itself.  Then on top of that mess he has a different, ever changing, password for each device and his computer is so loaded down with adware and spyware and who knows what else so whenever there is even the smallest problem it is like finding a needle in a haystack.\n\nLOOK AT YOUR CHORDS! are any of them messed up at all?\n\nare you using a wireless network and all of your neighbors are getting online through your connection without you knowing? that would be funny. \n\nIf youre on anything faster than dial-up you shouldnt be having such slow problems. \n\nI think windows is unable to renew this IP address means that you keep getting disconntected from you ISP. Probably your routers fault.\n\nI dont know man. my advice is KISS. Keep It Simple Stupid. reinstall your router. Try connecting to the internet without your router and if it works good than you know for sure the problem is something with your router. .... no matter what i can tell youre in for a headache. Good luck
1016516
The paperwork merger did not cause any change in the physical connections between your house and the (now) AT&T network. All the switches, wires and circuits are the same.  There are some physical changes taking place elsewhere, but these are not going to affect your dsl speed.\nThere are many possible causes for a slowdown in your connectivity, but the merger was not a factor. See my answer to the virtually identical question at http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AlXbnx8R3VvNvFhI2HeuZ6nsy6IX?qid=20060628072414AATaIzn
32650
It could give you a worse connection, or possibly unplug while you're online, but why not get a new cord?
548548
Check this link out.  It tests how fast your DSL/CABLE/BROADBAND runs.  Whichever term u use to get online..it does it :)  Hope it worls out for ya :p\n\nhttp://www.bandwidthplace.com/speedtest/
678701
Both DSL and Cable offer relatively high speed access. However if you really want FAST access you will have to lay out Thousands of Dollars a month for a T3 line (or better)\n\nFor home use, this is a little beyond most peoples budget ;-)\n\nI am wondering why you think it's not fast though. Have you ever had to use dial up access??\n\nYou can do a speedtest at this website - http://www.bandwidthplace.com/speedtest/\n\nI get 3 megabits per second with cable - even with the cheap DSL packages you should be getting 1/4 of that speed.\n\nIf your speed test says you are getting less than 600 K per second - then you should call your dsl/cable company - something may be wrong. If you are using peer to peer file sharing soiftware that will slow you down immensely in some cases.
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I originally switched to DSL so that I could still receive phone calls while begin online. I don't think I really noticed the speed difference until I tried to log on to a few sites while visiting my parents and their dial-up connection. "Man," I thought "how did I ever live with something this slow!" If you go to sites with a lot of Flash animation or movies like trailer clips, DSL is a serious plus.\n\nAs for setting up, I didn't have any troubles. Phone cord goes from wall to modem, Ethernet cord goes from modem to computer. Call ISP to let them know and they walked me through setting up the computer preferences. Probably the most important thing is to call your ISP *beforehand* to make sure that DSL is available in your area!
560457
Agree with above. Make sure your speed settings are set for your DSL. Just got a news letter from techrepublic a day or so re QT problem. They had link to QT to down load the patch. That was in this past week, so u may want to check on that if you haven't got it this week. I don't know when you d/l the up date.