Re: [SLUG] Private ADSL connection possible?

[Jeff Waugh]

<quote who="Michael Still">

> Surely that's like saying I can't plug 2 56k modems into a phone
> connection and have it go.

A very different technology.

> I'm not saying you wouldn't have to place a phone call, but can you get an
> ADSL-like modem that dials and then runs at most excellent speeds?

ADSL relies on the exchange, you can't just plug one end of an ADSL modem
into another and have them work. Also, you never have to place a phone
call... ADSL just uses your phone line as a medium.

- Jeff


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