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ADSL/DSL Definition, Broadband, What is ADSL/DSL, What does ADSL/DSL mean ? |
ADSL - Asymmetric Digital Subscribers Line
Sometimes refered to as Broadband, ADSL is a connection available from Telecom companies using existing lines with fast download & upload speeds.
It works by splitting your phone line signal into two separate channels, one for normal voice usage and the other for data usage, this is achieved by placing a splitter on the existing phone line to enable multi-frequency communication.
It can reach speeds of up to 9Mbit per second for downloading and currently up to 640Kbits per second upload speed.
Another advantage of having an ADSL line is not missing calls while you're online, as both voice and data can be transferred at the same time.
For more on ADSL see our guide to Internet Connections
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