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Re: [L-OT] If I upgrade from a 28k modem to 56k what speed increase is likely?

2003-11-20 by roman pirie

> 56/28 = 2, so a factor of 2.  If at all possible you should try to
> get a broadband connection.  I just switched from 56k modem to cable.
> I pay 30 euro per month for unlimited high-speed access (8-10 times
> the speed of the 56k modem), and my phone-bill is 50 euro per month
> lower, so I actually save 20 euro per month.  Now, if that isn't "the
> best of both worlds", I don't know what is :-D.
I already realise the math. I was hoping for a reply in the tone of real
world experience as it is sometimes different to the math. Is this right.
Cheers.

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