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When the first Internet services came out, getting connected meant hooking up the phone line to a slow modem and dialing up to the Internet service provider. While this dial up connection certainly provided the Internet, the connection was slow, and the user was at the mercy of the quality of the phone company.

In addition, perhaps the biggest downside to the dial up approach was the fact that the phone would be tied up for hours, meaning that no other calls could get through. Internet users were forced to endure these busy signals or to take the expensive step of buying a second telephone line.

Fortunately, in today’s Internet world there is a better way. DSL, or digital subscriber line, is a faster alternative to traditional dial up, running at speeds that are far, far in excess of traditional dial up. In addition, installing a DSL system means you can talk on the phone and surf the web at the same time, freeing the phone line for those important calls you may have been missing with dial up.

The prices of DSL connections are coming down as well. While the first DSL connection options were somewhat limited and somewhat expensive, the high level of competition, coupled with the high level of interest on the part of consumers, has led prices for DSL to fall, making a fast Internet connection an affordable choice for more people than ever before.

Those who thing DSL is the right choice should be sure to research the DSL options they have available. There are a number of national companies that provide DSL service, and they can be a good place to start. In addition, there are a number of local companies that can provide quality, local DSL service at good prices. It is a good idea to explore all the options, and to speak to those users who already have DSL service. As with any other product, it is important to shop around for the best deal on DSL Internet service.

Of course, DSL is not the only high speed Internet alternative available. In many areas of the country, the cable companies have also gotten in on the lucrative world of Internet connectivity, and these cable connections can be a good alternative as well. All means of connecting to the Internet, be it dial up, DSL, cable or satellite service, has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is up to every computer user to do the research and determine which connection is the right choice.

Verizon DSL is a digital subscriber link (DSL) internet service provided by Verizon communications. Internet can be accessed in many ways like cable, ISDN, dial-up, optical fiber, power line internet, satellite, wi-fi, DSL etc. The advantage of DSL is that the voice telephone and fax can be used simultaneously with the internet connection. DSL technology takes advantage of the fact that on the telephone line, voice occupies a very small bandwidth and a large bandwidth is unused. This unused bandwidth is utilized by DSL for internet. Verizon DSL can also be used to connect more than one computer to one connection.

DSL internet service is provided over the ordinary telephone. Verizon DSL is available in most places where verizon has provided telephone service. However DSL is not available on all telephone lines due to physical limitations. If the telephone is beyond 3 miles from the verizon central office (telephone exchange) the DSL service is not available. This is because the quality of the connection generally deteriorates beyond the 3 mile limit. Further if the copper wiring in the home telephone line is not as per requirements DSL service cannot be provided. Whether Verizon DSL can be provided or not to a particular Verizon telephone line can be checked easily by entering the telephone number in the URL given below.

Verizon DSL is available in two packages. The Home package and The Business Package. Home package is available in two speeds, 3 Mbps/768 Kbps and 768Kbps/128Kbps. The rates are $312.45 $ per year and $ 164.45per year respectively. The charges have to be paid in monthly installments. A $19.95 shipping and activation will be charged separately.

For business DSL the prices are, 768Kbps $24.95MO, 3Mbps/768 Kbps $39.95 MO, 7.2 Mbps $79.95 MO. $25 setup fee and equipment for all packages.

Verizon DSL supports both PC and Macintosh. The minimum PC requirements for Verizon DSL are any one of the operating systems, Windows98, Windows Me, Windows XP or Windows 2000. 233 MHz Intel Pentium processor or equivalent or higher. For Windows XP, 300 MHz Intel Pentium processor or equivalent or higher. 128 MB RAM for Windows XP or 2000. 64 MB RAM for other OS. 100 MB free disk space. CD-ROM or DVD drive. USB Port or 10Base-T Ethernet Network Interface Card.

For Macintosh computers the minimum requirements are Macintosh OS X or 10.2-10.4 .PowerPC processor with speeds 120 MHz or higher. 64 MB RAM. 100 MB free disk space. CD-ROM or DVD drive. 10-Base-T Ethernet Network Interface Card. Alternatively the computer can be assessed automatically for compatibility with Verizon DSL at this URL. http://www22.verizon.com/ForHomeDSL/channels/dsl/sysreq/pc.asp

Verizon DSL can be ordered online. Verizon DSL comes with a self installing kit. The kit is an audio visual guide on how to install the DSL modem, using DSL filters, and installing Verizon Online DSL software. In case of difficulty the 24/7 live technical support is available. There are other benefits of opting for Verizon DSL, such as 10 MB webspace, 9 e-mail accounts, 30 day money back guarantee etc. (If the individual is not satisfied with Verizon DSL he will be repaid the money he has paid.)