Had to search to find this explanation. The simple answer is normally 5 megavytes per second.
How fast is a cable modem?
To give you a better idea of this kind of speed, consider this example: a file that takes eight minutes to download over a 28.8 modem connection would take two minutes to download on ISDN, compared to eight seconds on EastLink High Speed Internet. In the first few years of cable modem deployment, an asymmetric setup will probably be more common than a symmetric setup. Cable modem speeds vary widely. In the downstream direction (from the network to the computer), speeds can be anywhere up to ~36 Mbps. Few computers will be capable of connecting at such high speeds, so a more realistic number is 3 -10 Mbps. In the upstream direction (from computer to network), speeds can be up to 10 Mbps. However, most modem producers will probably select a more optimum speed of between 200 Kbps and 2 Mbps.
Get the speed you need for today's Internet content.
EastLink's $350+ million network investment is making Maritime communities 'smart communities' with state-of-the-art digital networks. Our network delivers more information, making EastLink your communication and entertainment connection to the future. You pay just one monthly fee of $44.95 and everyone in the family can use it as often as they like. Or Bundle your EastLink services and pay even less.
Special Introductory Offer for new High Speed Internet Customers.
Surfing online doesn't mean you have to suffer online.
EastLink provides the speed you need to handle today's Internet content. Whether it's streaming video of your favourite entertainment, your choice music, large file downloads and other interactive services, EastLink High Speed Internet has the 'big pipe' capacity to make it happen, and happen fast.
No phone tie-ups
Because EastLink High Speed Internet comes to you via Cable instead of the phone line, you'll never miss an important call while surfing. Your family and friends will love you for it. And guess what else you won't miss? That screechy dial-up wait!
One monthly fee with no time limits
You pay just one monthly fee and everyone in the family can use it as often as they like. Relax and surf the web at your leisure without worrying about the time and what the charge is going to be on your next bill. We also have special rates for additional computer access / connections.
Always on with no dial up wait
Now we're talking connectivity! It's ready to go whenever you are with just a click of the mouse. And, there's none of that screechy dial-up wait, either. EastLink High Speed Internet is always on and there for you.
And that's not all!
Special limited time offer
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High speed cable modem included
As an EastLink High Speed Internet customer, you will receive a state-of-the-art cable modem at no additional charge and professional installation and setup of your service by an EastLink installation technician.
Up to 5 individual e-mail addresses
Your EastLink High Speed Internet service also includes up to five separate e-mail addresses so everyone in the family can enjoy the password-protected security of knowing that nobody else can read, store and/or delete their messages.
Email Protection
EastLink provides SPAM protection (unsolicited e-mails) and virus protection on e-mails sent to and from your EastLink account.
5MB of free webspace included
Your EastLink High Speed Internet service includes 5 MB of web server space for you to create and host your own personal website. Now you can be part of the World Wide Web with your own site.
Multi-connection availability
Eastlink High Speed Internet customers can now connect up to 6 additional computers, on a single modem, at a cost of only $9.95 each.
Local service and online support
As a Maritime owned and operated company, EastLink has hundreds of employees and a wide variety of professional contractors 'on the ground' in our region with the service and support you need. To serve you best EastLink operates its own dedicated Internet call centre and provides a dedicated online support website.
EastLink Customer Homepage
A customized website designed especially for EastLink High Speed Internet Customers. All the best in local, regional and World Wide Web content conveniently organized for a Maritime audience.
PC and Mac supported
