My only option for internet here is Cox. They just increased the price $2 because the speed is now 7Mb instead of 4Mb. My question is does anyone really need that much speed? I called them up complaining about my $130 cable bill and they said they offer a plan with 1.5Mb for less than half the cost of the 7Mb I get. My question is who really needs more than 1.5Mb anyways?
More speed is needed for people who like to play video games over the internet (it makes a huge difference) and for people who watch video content over the net. Downloading movies also requires speed, unless you don't mind waiting for 8 hours for a download.
video games are really helped by low latency - the speed upgrades he's getting are cap upgrades so they won't affect his speeds with that high of a cap.
Mostly just the massive file downloads or streaming anything, like hitman says.
Personally I've got 100Kbps up and 1000kbps down and could use more.
Mostly just the massive file downloads or streaming anything, like hitman says.
Personally I've got 100Kbps up and 1000kbps down and could use more.
It also makes a big difference if you visit a lot of sites. I was recently over at a friends house who still has aol dial up. I was ready to pull all of my hair out after going to 2 websites and waiting for the graphics to load.
I'm glad those dial up days are over.
I'm glad those dial up days are over.
TTinCO said:
Problem with DSL is then you have to get a frickin phone line. I go with VOIP. I hate local phone companies with a passion, I am so happy not having to cut them a check for anything.
Not to mention about a year ago I was told I wasn't quite close enough to get DSL. I'm sure they will be calling when they expand that capacity and maybe I will bargain with Cox again at that time.
