How Do You Install A Router To Use With A DSL Internet Connection?
Routers connect networks to each other and function as network gateways. Routers determine the best path for a data packet, restrict harmful viruses from reaching the network and if required replace hubs and switches. However, routers function primarily as devices that provide or route broadband Internet access to a computer or a network. A router is required to access a DSL Internet connection. Here is how you can install a router to use with a DSL connection. Ensure that you have all necessary equipment to connect the DSL router. This includes the router itself, CD ROM with manual, Ethernet cable, telephone cord (in case of an ADSL router) and power adapter. Contact the retailer or the manufacturer of the DSL router if any of the above equipment is missing. Plug in the telephone line to the ADSL port of your router. This is applicable only if you have an ADSL connection. Note that in case of an ADSL connection, your Internet Service Provider (ISP) will use your telephone line to prov
