DSL and ISDN

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Why do you think ISDN for the homes has never gained popularity? Instead , we have DSL and cable users? Is ISDN used in corporations as a Wide Area Network Access?
 
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In terms of speed, DSL is faster than ISDN. DSL sends data packets with speeds ranging from 128Kbps to over 100 Mbps using latest DSL standards such as VDSLv2. On the other hand, ISDN comes in two different speeds i.e., 64Kbps and 128Kbps..

In terms of price, ISDN is somewhat more expensive than DSL. The main reason is that DSL utilizes wires that are already installed into homes or businesses, and there is no special line installation needed. However, ISDN lines need to be installed and connection charges vary depending upon the connection you choose.

ISDN is a...


In terms of speed, DSL is faster than ISDN. DSL sends data packets with speeds ranging from 128Kbps to over 100 Mbps using latest DSL standards such as VDSLv2. On the other hand, ISDN comes in two different speeds i.e., 64Kbps and 128Kbps..

In terms of price, ISDN is somewhat more expensive than DSL. The main reason is that DSL utilizes wires that are already installed into homes or businesses, and there is no special line installation needed. However, ISDN lines need to be installed and connection charges vary depending upon the connection you choose.

ISDN is a dial-up service and transmits voice and data through a single line. There are two types of ISDN: Basic Rate Interface (BRI) and Primary Rate Interface (PRI). BRI is used mostly for residential homes and comes with three channels. On the other hand, Primary Rate Interface (PRI) ISDN is a business version and comes with 24 channels. In this case, 23 B channels are used to transmit voice, data and video – all through the same wire. A D channel carries low speed data and signaling. This signaling is used to generate alarm signals and provide support for non-voice functions. ISDN does not transmit data through analog lines.

DSL connections are often referred to as "always on" connections, so don't do not need to dial up a number. In DSL, there is only a single route for carrying voice, data and video. Two types of DSL connections are widely: Symmetric DSL (SDSL) and Asymmetric DSL (ADSL).
 
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