Cable lines run over the cable providers existing cable through a cable modem. A cable modem can run at high speeds, with a maximum of 2 Mbps download, typically running between 500 Kbps and 1 Mbps, and with uploads between 128 Kbps and 500 Kbps. However, cable modems have a few significant downsides. The main problem with cable internet is the fact that users must share bandwidth with other users. This means that, at peak times, users may experience extreme low speeds and ping times. Peak times are late afternoon and early evening after users return from home and school. This fact alone makes cable access useful for home use only; businesses can not depend on such an unreliable service. Also, the fact that users share access through a cable hub means less security from those sharing the connection with you. Fill out our DSL availability form for more information on Cable internet and our other high speed internet solutions.