Is Modem Speed Important?
Yes. Common speeds for today’s modems are between 28,800 and 56,600 kilobytes per second (expressed as 28.8K and 56.6K). The existing telephone lines can only handle up to about 56K. The computer gurus at the telephone companies are working on ways to improve the capabilities of the telephone lines. Cable TV companies are working on ways to give you access to the Internet through cable lines. All of this is an effort to give you faster access to information.
