Digital Subscriber Lines - Availability and Cost

Digital Subscriber Lines - DSL Information

DSL service availability is still in the early stages, but pricing in some areas has been very aggressive. Prices can change overnight and differ significantly depending on the service provider and surrounding area. Local tariffs and government regulations may also play a role in determining end user cost. To complicate matters further, some providers are claiming to offer free DSL service. In many of these cases however, it requires you to be subjected to directed marketing or to make long term commitments to their service. You should first determine what your needs and tolerances are. Do you want static IP addresses? How fast do you want to go? What level of service do you require? Do you need multiple email addresses? Your answers to these types of questions will help you narrow down your choices.

The cost of your DSL service is going to vary but averages $35 to $50 a month and that can be contingent upon the various speed they offer you. Every DSL provider has specifics as to the purchase or rent of their equipment. Some companies offer large rebates after your order has been placed. But in the fine print you find that the rebates are only applicable when you purchase their Internet residential service and modems. It pays to shop around and compare. It is the “bottom line”, service and performance you are concerned with. The “Lite DSL that is available runs approximately $25 and up. It is not as fast as the regular DSL but for light access users it would prove adequate.