How does World Lynx SDSL compare to cable modems?
Although cable can be appealing because of its price, customers who are tempted to use cable modems should bear in mind that these services are not suitable for business use. A cable network is shared, so an increase in the number of simultaneous users decreases the speed of individuals’ lines. At times of peak Internet usage, cable modem speeds often decrease dramatically. Also, the upstream speed on a cable modem is generally no higher than 384 Kbps. This is significantly less than the 1.1 Mbps enabled by SDSL. Finally, a shared network is inherently less secure than a dedicated service like SDSL. Neighboring cable customers can more easily intercept data or hack into another individual’s computer.
