Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) is a broadband technology that helps telephone lines carry data at high speeds, promising a faster surfing experience with lesser interruptions.

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For a definition of DSL and how it works you can try these pages on Cnet, Webopedia and Microsoft.

How does DSL technology work? How fast is it? What are its advantages? This FAQ section and this site should give you answers.

Apart from a high-speed Internet connection, DSL also lets you use your phone line for voice calls at the same time. It doesn't require new wiring as it uses your existing phone line.

How Stuff Works is a great place to find out more about the advantages of DSL, equipment required and the future of the technology. Fast Guide to DSL and DSL Center are additional sources of information.

In India, this technology is still in its initial phases. You can try this interactive map from ZDNet to find out if your local ISPs offer the service. At this point in time, Dishnet DSL is one of the few companies offering DSL technology here. Their Web site mentions the pricing plan and areas covered.

For me and Bubbles, my parrot, it will be a long wait before DSL technology arrives at our part of the rainforest. Till then, I suppose we have to manage with our faithful 54Kbps modem.

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DSL Technology | Trend in telecommunications | Resources and links to DSL sites

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