Wireless vs Cable
Cable Networks Cable network connections for an ‘always-on” service allows users to network their computers using the cable television network. ... People who subscribe to cable modem access share channel connections with other cable modem users in their service area since each user does not occupy a fixed amount of bandwidth during any given online session as occurs when making a land line telephone call. ... In-home cable network connections emulate the platform much like an in office LAN (Local Area Network) by allowing the CMTS (Cable Modem Termination System) to communicate through the cable modem channels in a subscriber’s home to create a virtual LAN connection. ... Wireless Networks Wireless networks use a satellite signal with a switch or router interface to network their computers or PTSN (public switched telephone network).