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What is a cable modem?
Why use a cable modem?
How does a cable modem connect to a computer?
Can I browse the internet and watch TV at the same time?
Will I need a telephone line to use a cable modem?
How does internet through a cable modem compare to dial-up?
How many e-mail accounts will I receive with this service?
Can I send and receive faxes through a cable modem?
What is a cable modem?
A cable modem is a small device that connects your computer to the Internet.
One end is connected to your computer with either a Universal Serial Bus (USB) or Ethernet
cable, and the other to the cable lines outside your home.
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Why use a cable modem?
Cable modems allow you to browse the internet much faster than a standard dial-up
connection. Downloading large files takes minutes rather than hours compared to
regular dial-up connections. Cable modems also provide you with 24/7 access to the Internet.
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How does a cable modem connect to a computer?
The cable modem communicates with your computer through a data interface port.
Your computer must be equipped with one of two data interface ports, either Universal Serial Bus (USB)
or Ethernet.
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Can I browse the internet and watch TV at the same time?
Yes, a cable modem will not interfere with your cable television signal since
they operate on separate frequencies.
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Will I need a telephone line to use a cable modem?
No, you will not need a telephone line. The cable modem will carry both the upstream
and downstream signals.
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How does Internet through a cable modem compare to dial-up?
Cable modems will download information off of the Internet much faster than a dial-up connection. Cable
modems also provide you with 24/7 access to the Internet, if the cable modem is left on the connection will
never be broken.
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How many e-mail accounts will I receive with this service?
You will receive up to three e-mail accounts with your cable modem service.
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Can I send and receive faxes through a cable modem?
No, a fax requires an analog fax modem to operate. However, the right software installed
on your computer will allow you to send and receive faxes over the Internet without the
need of an analog phone line and fax modem.
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