Dial-Up Internet

Dial-up internet access is available for subscribers through a home or office telephone line. The connection is achieved by hooking up to a modem connected to a telephone line to establish a modem-to-modem link.

• Requires no infra structure other than a telephone line
• Dial-up modems are inexpensive
• The overall service is inexpensive
• Available wherever there is a phone line
• ISP providers offer local dial-up numbers to eliminate long distance charges

• Ties up the telephone line while connected to the internet
• Cost can build up if there is not flat rate local calling on the lines
• Can be expensive if long distance charges are incurred
• Only “on” when you dial up
• Time limits for accessibility
• Very slow upload and download speeds