Although cable can be appealing because of its price, there are some inherent drawbacks to cable modem service. First, the cable network is shared, which means as the NUMBER of cable users increases the speed on each individual's line DECREASES. Second, a shared network is inherently less secure than a dedicated service like DSL, as neighboring cable customers can more easily intercept data or hack into ANOTHER user's computer. Third, the upstream speed on a cable modem is generally no higher than 128 Kbps. Thus, cable MODEMS are UNABLE to provide acceptable levels of speed or security for business purposes.

Although cable can be appealing because of its price, there are some inherent drawbacks to cable modem service. First, the cable network is shared, which means as the number of cable users increases the speed on each individual's line decreases. Second, a shared network is inherently less secure than a dedicated service like DSL, as neighboring cable customers can more easily intercept data or hack into another user's computer. Third, the upstream speed on a cable modem is generally no higher than 128 Kbps. Thus, cable modems are unable to provide acceptable levels of speed or security for business purposes.