What is the difference between AT U-Verse and DSL?

U-verse is available in a selection of download speeds, which range from 3 Mbps to 24 Mbps. U-verse is not available in areas that are unequipped with fiber-optic cable networks. Homes that are located close enough to a DSL service provider will find that DSL speeds are faster than those of U-verse.

What kind of internet is uverse?

AT Internet
U-verse Internet is now AT Internet. AT Internet is a high-speed internet service that provides a reliability rate of 99 percent1. You can qualify for the fastest speed available at your address. Check availability for Internet in your area.

How do I know if my internet is DSL or cable?

Run a quick speed test on your computer, and measure the results here:

1. A speed of 56 kbit/s or less means you have dial-up internet.
2. Speeds of up to 100 Mbps are typically DSL, cable or fixed wireless.
3. A speed result of 200-1,000 Mbps means you have either cable or fiber-optic internet service.

What type of DSL does AT use?

Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line
The type of DSL transport that AT Internet Services offers is Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) Internet. It’s called asymmetric because the speed of the receiving data (the downstream rate to your computer) is different than the speed of sending data (the upstream rate from your computer to the Internet).

Do you need DSL filters for uverse?

Why do I need to install phone line filters? Without a DSL filter, you may experience disruptions or hear static on the phone line. You may purchase additional filters (including wall mount filters) from the AT Store at att.com/equipment or at most electronics and computer stores.

Is DSL a type of Internet connection?

This high-speed Internet connection is provided through either cable or telephone companies. Broadband Internet connections such as DSL and cable are considered high-bandwidth connections. Although many DSL connections can be considered broadband, not all broadband connections are DSL.

Can I have both DSL and cable Internet?

Sure is possible. The DSL phone line won’t interfere with your cabling at all. The only thing I am not positive about is whether or not two companies can use the same cabling. So since your DSL company uses the existing cable lines, your new company may need to do something extra to get you cable access.

Is DSL Internet still used?

DSL internet is widely available—even in rural areas—because nearly every part of the country has access to phone service. In fact, DSL is available to 84% of the US population. A DSL modem will connect your standard phone line jack to the internet.

Do I need a DSL filter for my modem?

Which devices do I need a DSL filter for? Every device that connects to your phone line – except your modem – needs a DSL filter. For example: Telephones, caller ID units, answering machines, satellite TV receivers, cable boxes, DVRs, TiVos, fax machines, security systems and automatic water meters.