ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line

• is a broadband technology
• requires a multiplex line
• is faster than ISDN, but slower than Ethernet
• is a type of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
• is the most popular in home use; SDSL is second
• is less expensive than SDSL
• allows more data to be sent over preexisting copper telephone lines
• uses a different frequency than voice communications
• uses a major part of its bandwidth for receiving data
• supports faster download speeds than upload speeds
• upload speeds range between 64 Kbps and 1 Mbps
• download speeds up to 9 Mbps, but usually between 4 and 8 Mbps
• is ideal for viewing Web pages and downloading files
• maximum distance is 10,000 ft