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To: Dr. D who wrote (4800)	1/27/1999 11:55:00 AM
From: Roger Bass	Respond to of 29970

Here's an article on DSL installation (at ZDNet, no less). Thought the thread might be amused to read it. The final paragraphs (below) draw a slightly bizarre conclusion - the whole article is clearly implying that this technology is not ready for prime time (if it ever can be - which many on this thread doubt). zdnet.com > DSL looks good--but appearances can be deceiving. The technology is > being groomed to be the premier bandwidth-delivery mechanism on the > local loop, yet installation remains far too problematic. > But when DSL is finally working, you and your customer will like > it. The connection is fast, and the expenses are low. We believe > DSL will play a major role in the future of Net connectivity. The > trip has pitfalls, but the destination is worth it

To: Dr. D who wrote (4800)	1/27/1999 12:03:00 PM
From: KYA27	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 29970

I have the @HOME service and it's fantastic.....A++++++++ Forget AOL it sucks big time.I would never go back and I have personally seen all of my friends who once had AOL switch over to the @HOME service.My friends had to wait 3 weeks before someone could get out to install the service ,THEY ARE BOOKED AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE..........BUY BUY BUY