fast connection for the net

Dave_mustang_50 · 11-13-2003, 07:11 PM

Well i`m gonna take the plunge, I`m getting rid of this dialup connection. Problem is I`m not sure what is the best way to go. I was thinking of getting road runner, Anybody have any suggestions? I just got into watching the media files and they are awesome!!! Problem is they take about 5 min to load.

Mr 5 0 · 11-13-2003, 08:20 PM

I prefer DSL. I have a package from my phone company (SBC) that runs me $39.95 per month - for everything. I enjoy a max of 1.5Mbps downstream speed, 256Kbps upstream and with my (faster) new computer (2.8 GHz) everything I do on the internet is very near instant. This is why I recommend DSL - but I'm sure cable users have equally positive things to say about cable broadband. I can only offer you what I know, and that is that DSL is great. Easy, self- installation too.

Hethj7 · 11-14-2003, 11:45 AM

I can't speak for DSL as I use a cable modem. I am not sure of the exact speeds, but I also find that most things are almost instant on my computer.

If I were you I would just shop around and find the best deal, regardless of whether it is DSL or cable. I think you would be happy with either one, so just go out and find the best price.

Mr. 5.0 - Nice to see you around again

!

TARZAN · 11-14-2003, 01:01 PM

I had 28.8 up until a few months ago

Now my DSL connection is like a lil slice of heaven, Can't go wrong w/ cable or DSL IMHO,

-Will

mustardjohn · 11-14-2003, 08:01 PM

Really only matters if you download a lot of stuff like those MP3's, Roadrunner is what I have and it runs 100Mbps. But not all places you go on the net are that fast. Get the cheapest one unless like I said you download a lot. Either one will be a real up grade and you will enjoy. Also down't know about DSL but cable is on 100% of the time I have never had a drop off in over a year on cable. Also great if you play online games like chess or 100's of other on say the MSN game zone. I play chess a lot and used to get very frustrated with drop off's. They actually penalize your rating if drop off on more than 2 games.

TARZAN · 11-15-2003, 03:41 AM

Just wondering if anyone is connected to the web through a satellite (such as DSS or something) ?????

Wondering how good it is, if anyone knows

-Will

LX5liter · 11-18-2003, 01:12 PM

I've had cable and DSL, and DSL is superior in my little mind.

11-13-2003, 07:11 PM	#1
Dave_mustang_50 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 483	fast connection for the net Well i`m gonna take the plunge, I`m getting rid of this dialup connection. Problem is I`m not sure what is the best way to go. I was thinking of getting road runner, Anybody have any suggestions? I just got into watching the media files and they are awesome!!! Problem is they take about 5 min to load. __________________ 1969 Mach 1 351C with a c6(for now) Sold 92 Rag Top GT Procharged & intercooled DSS 331 LC Holley Systemax 2 Intake, Edelbrock RPM Heads,E 303 ,blow thru air meter, race bypass, 42 pph injectors,65mm tb,1.7 rr, Mac long tube headers w/off road H pipe, Force 2 catback, TKO,Pro 5.0, K&N, Alum DS,3 core radiator, subframe connectors,3.73`s, Nitto DR`s and a Heavy Foot.

11-13-2003, 08:20 PM	#2
Mr 5 0 Conservative Individualist Join Date: May 1997 Location: Wherever I need to be Posts: 7,487	DSL vs Cable I prefer DSL. I have a package from my phone company (SBC) that runs me $39.95 per month - for everything. I enjoy a max of 1.5Mbps downstream speed, 256Kbps upstream and with my (faster) new computer (2.8 GHz) everything I do on the internet is very near instant. This is why I recommend DSL - but I'm sure cable users have equally positive things to say about cable broadband. I can only offer you what I know, and that is that DSL is great. Easy, self- installation too. __________________ 5.0 Mustang Owner 1990 - 2005

11-14-2003, 11:45 AM	#3
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	I can't speak for DSL as I use a cable modem. I am not sure of the exact speeds, but I also find that most things are almost instant on my computer. If I were you I would just shop around and find the best deal, regardless of whether it is DSL or cable. I think you would be happy with either one, so just go out and find the best price. Mr. 5.0 - Nice to see you around again ! __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

11-14-2003, 01:01 PM	#4
TARZAN Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Philadelphia, MS Posts: 191	I had 28.8 up until a few months ago Now my DSL connection is like a lil slice of heaven, Can't go wrong w/ cable or DSL IMHO, -Will __________________ I'm just a guy who has nothing better to do, and loves his stangs. -Will

11-14-2003, 08:01 PM	#5
mustardjohn Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Orange, TX Posts: 360	Really only matters if you download a lot of stuff like those MP3's, Roadrunner is what I have and it runs 100Mbps. But not all places you go on the net are that fast. Get the cheapest one unless like I said you download a lot. Either one will be a real up grade and you will enjoy. Also down't know about DSL but cable is on 100% of the time I have never had a drop off in over a year on cable. Also great if you play online games like chess or 100's of other on say the MSN game zone. I play chess a lot and used to get very frustrated with drop off's. They actually penalize your rating if drop off on more than 2 games. __________________ 2003 3.8 Mineral Gray, MAC CAI, K&N, Chin Spoiler

11-15-2003, 03:41 AM	#6
TARZAN Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Philadelphia, MS Posts: 191	Satellite? Just wondering if anyone is connected to the web through a satellite (such as DSS or something) ????? Wondering how good it is, if anyone knows -Will __________________ I'm just a guy who has nothing better to do, and loves his stangs. -Will

11-18-2003, 01:12 PM	#7
LX5liter dude5l Join Date: May 2001 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada Posts: 603	I've had cable and DSL, and DSL is superior in my little mind. __________________ Good luck! Brad R. 1992 L.X. 5.0 coupe MODS: A few little bolt ons New Best time ...11.60 @ 128 mph @ 2000+ ft altitude. Rice Haters Club member #39 Users rides #2542

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
FAST vs. Chip	STEEDAJEFF	Windsor Power	1	09-29-2002 02:16 PM
new to fast mustangs but not fast cars...I've a few ?'s	XGN	Windsor Power	3	07-03-2002 09:40 AM
Are these fast??	Dark_5.0	Stang Stories	13	05-16-2002 01:19 PM
Super cars and Fast and the Furious	#1 Pony	Blue Oval Lounge	9	01-29-2002 12:54 AM
Pesky Supra, actually thought he had a fast car.	Unit 5302	Stang Stories	7	03-20-2001 01:34 PM