How does Verizon dsl work?
Verizon dsl is powered by broadband technology that carries high bandwidth information to your home over ordinary copper telephone lines. What it means to you is a much faster and smoother connection than dial-up service, so you can surf the Internet and use your phone at the same time. No more busy signals or waiting to get connected to the Internet.
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Will I share my Verizon dsl connection with other users?
Verizon dsl provides you with a dedicated connection to the Verizon Central office so you don't have to share your local access connection with other users in your neighborhood.
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Will I need an additional phone line for Verizon dsl?
No. Your Verizon dsl service will be installed on your existing phone line. This means you can talk on your phone or fax simultaneously and access the Internet at the same time.
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Will my phone work if my modem loses power?
Yes. The modem is designed so that your normal telephone service will operate even if the modem is unplugged or otherwise disabled.
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How do I order Verizon dsl if I already have Verizon Online Dial-up service?
If you already have Verizon Online Dial-up service, call us at 1-888-588-0875 to order Verizon dsl. If you have dial-up service from another provider (such as AOL, etc.), you can order Verizon dsl online.
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What affects my connection speed?
When you connect to the Internet using Verizon dsl, the speeds that you will experience will vary based on a variety of factors, including the following:
Distance of your line from a Verizon Central Office
Condition of telephone wiring inside and outside your location
Computer configuration
Network or Internet congestion
Server and router speeds of the Web sites you access
Verizon dsl is powered by broadband technology that carries high bandwidth information to your home over ordinary copper telephone lines. What it means to you is a much faster and smoother connection than dial-up service, so you can surf the Internet and use your phone at the same time. No more busy signals or waiting to get connected to the Internet.
Back to top
Will I share my Verizon dsl connection with other users?
Verizon dsl provides you with a dedicated connection to the Verizon Central office so you don't have to share your local access connection with other users in your neighborhood.
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Will I need an additional phone line for Verizon dsl?
No. Your Verizon dsl service will be installed on your existing phone line. This means you can talk on your phone or fax simultaneously and access the Internet at the same time.
Back to top
Will my phone work if my modem loses power?
Yes. The modem is designed so that your normal telephone service will operate even if the modem is unplugged or otherwise disabled.
Back to top
How do I order Verizon dsl if I already have Verizon Online Dial-up service?
If you already have Verizon Online Dial-up service, call us at 1-888-588-0875 to order Verizon dsl. If you have dial-up service from another provider (such as AOL, etc.), you can order Verizon dsl online.
Back to top
What affects my connection speed?
When you connect to the Internet using Verizon dsl, the speeds that you will experience will vary based on a variety of factors, including the following:
Distance of your line from a Verizon Central Office
Condition of telephone wiring inside and outside your location
Computer configuration
Network or Internet congestion
Server and router speeds of the Web sites you access
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Offers available to new residential Verizon High Speed Internet customers. One- or two-year contract required. $79 early termination fee applies to 1 year contracts. Rates may increase after first year. Two year contract with $99 early termination fee applies to Price Guarantee Plan offer.
High Speed Internet service availability and speed vary. Availability subject to final confirmation by Verizon. One-time shipping and activation charge of $19.99 applies. Additional charges, taxes and terms apply.
TrueSwitchSM services provided by Esaya, Inc. and available to Windows® PC users only. © 2009 Verizon.
Offers available to new residential Verizon High Speed Internet customers. One- or two-year contract required. $79 early termination fee applies to 1 year contracts. Rates may increase after first year. Two year contract with $99 early termination fee applies to Price Guarantee Plan offer.
High Speed Internet service availability and speed vary. Availability subject to final confirmation by Verizon. One-time shipping and activation charge of $19.99 applies. Additional charges, taxes and terms apply.
TrueSwitchSM services provided by Esaya, Inc. and available to Windows® PC users only. © 2009 Verizon.