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Yep, the problem is with the bandwidth coming into the CO. I've been told that they are at capcity and have started the "engineering" to add another T-3. Hopefully soon.

We don't have an option. The local cable company does not provide internet service.

Thanks again for the help.

-Larry

My cable does the same thing so don't think that's the answer.

-Hal

You can go with Direct TV and get what I've heard a good connection as far as speed goes.

My cable connection slows a bit in the evening. I down my network and unplug router for 10 seconds... Bring the network back up, wait for the status light to want internet, plug cable back in, network requests information from ISP, and I'm back up to speed in about 45 seconds.

I know this is a bump but....

Isn't the point of Digital SUBSCRIBER Line to ensure that you have your own private line to the CO? DSL service should give you a dedicated connection to your home, and the only thing that effects speed is distance from the CO or what physical shape the lines are in. Since when does high volume of customers effect DSL lines? I was pretty sure that was one of the main selling points of DSL, however, I could be wrong.

I'm in a rural area, and my CO is close enough for me to get a solid 3.0mbit connection...when it wants to. It doesn't matter what time of day it is, it could be 4PM or 3AM, and I still get intermittant latency. An hour of good connection and 30minutes of bad. I was thinking of switching to cable, but the thought of sharing my connection with everyone else turns me away. That's why I have DSL....

Josh, !!!

Yes, a "bump" gets you there but a new thread gets you quicker replies.

You pretty well nailed it, distance and condition of the DSL line can cause speed loss. Yes, you do have a "private" line to the CO but you may share the "main line" to the data center.

From what you are saying, I'd hazard a guess you have line issues. Does it ever rain in Florida?

:toothy:

Enjoy the board, keep your sense of humor, and I'll see you around the BB.

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I just got it last month and it the best service I've seen. doesn't slow down...I even get more speed than I paid for at times

Hi guys. My first post on here although some of you know me.

The guys here have pretty much answered your question. Most ISP's (Internet service providers) prime time is around 5:00 to 10:00 so it will slow down during those times. Most providers only have available what they absolutely have to pay for in terms of OC-3's or bonding T-1's together.

The way the servers are programmed is also a problem on their side. It is first come first serve on the connections. You will probably notice that your connection will be pretty good to start with and then it gets slower and slower. Thats because the connections behind your's are taking a higher priority over your connection.

I would (I have) called my ISP and have them look into it. It seems that if they get enough complaints, they will finally add more bandwidth.

Well, I finally got TWC hi-speed in April and I'm pretty satisfied with it. Only complaint: Having to use ice pack on the 1st cable modem. I swear, speed would slow to less than dial-up, put the ice pack under the modem and 1-2 minutes later, away we go! Thing would get too hot to pick up. I actually used the BBQ tongs! New modem fixed it and the tech said he was going to plop it on the table at the next meeting. He saw it happen, so he believed it. Obviously a defective modem, but still worth a chuckle. John C. (Not Garand)