Cable Modems

Is it cable or modem?

Actually the term "Cable Modem" is a bit misleading, as a Cable Modem works more like a Local Area Network (LAN) interface than as a modem.

DOCSIS

Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification.
The dominating cable modem standard. Defines technical specifications for both cable modem and CMTS.

Check your PC/network settings

dslreports.com will perform a test on your current connection.
The results will show you where you stand with your cable service quality.

Navas Cable Modem/DSL Tuning Guide™ is another source for cable/dsl info & system tweaks

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