DSL is a dedicated connection between your computer and the Telcos Central office. With DSL, there is no sharing bandwidth with your neighborhood. Cable modems offer service over a shared cable.
DSL vs Cable Comparisons
DSL
Cable
A dedicated connection from your home to the central office.
Yes
NO
Use the same phone line for phone/fax and office high-speed Internet.
Yes
NO
Access your DSL from any room in your home with a phone jack.
