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DSL ISPs are internet service providers who connect users to the internet through converted copper phone lines. The company makes a slight modification to the existing phone lines in your home which essentially turns the line into a Digital Subscriber Line which allows a multitude of features. The most common features of DSL available from DSL ISPs is:
DSL ISPs are almost always local telephone companies. The main competition they face is cable companies who offer always-on service with faster connection rates for affordable rates. DSL is more popular with business users who can't get cable access at their offices.