Whats the difference between a 1-Way and a 2-Way Cable Modem?
In some cases, a Cable ISP may not have the proper Cable network to provide Upstream and Downstream data. In this case, the Cable provider has a 1-way “Broadcast” of data, and all requests for the data are done over a Phone or Wireless Network (CDPD). These requests must be made over an alternate connection, since the cable company can only send data to the user. This 1-Way Network can be a burden, since most often a customer still ties up the Phoneline when using the Internet. This is also similar to the Hughes DirecPC Satellite systems, which only Receive data, and cannot send it. a Two-Way system has both up and down Internet Data flow, and customers can use the Cable TV Line (Coax) connection to send and receive data.
