This document discusses DSL and ADSL internet technologies. DSL uses telephone lines to provide internet access using higher frequency bands, allowing data and voice services simultaneously. Download speeds for consumer DSL typically range from 256 kbps to 100 Mbps, while upload speeds are lower. ADSL is an asymmetric type of DSL that provides higher download than upload speeds, with typical speeds of 5 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up. Advantages include using existing phone lines, integration with other technologies, and faster speeds than dial-up. Disadvantages include limited availability, high installation costs, and security risks without firewall protection.