T-1 / Cable Modem Question 1

[shannanl]

We are a small hospital that currently uses a 1/4 T-1 connection (apx 300 kps). We have been thinking about exploring cable modems. They are claiming up to 3.0 mbs. I understand that these speeds are dependent on a lot of things but we are currently paying quite a bit for the 1/4 T-1 and it would be much cheaper to switch to cable. Would you guys recommend this switch? What negative issues could I expect from the cable that the T-1 does not have. We will also have to switch ISPs of course.

Thanks in advance for the information.

Shannan

 

[robbym627]

I would recommend the switch. I work for a cable provider and I can tell you that the pros out weigh the cons by a long shot. It is true most cable providers offer 3 megs downstream and the upstream varies anywhere from 128 k up to about 384 k up. Some providers offer faster uploads for business. Unless you are in an area that has an extremely saturated node. I wiould make the switch. If you talk to the local provider they can tell you the number of people on your node. I will tell you that in most cases that doesn't have much affect on your speed.

If you have any other questions feel free to email me at

robbym627 at insightbb.com


Robby

 

[shannanl]

Robby,

Thanks for the info. I will contact the provider and get some additional information. It just kills me to pay what we pay for a 1/4 T-1 connection when we could get much faster for less. Thanks again for the info.

Shannan