Re: Cable Vs. DSL

["Chris travers" <chris () travelamericas com>]

>   There was a time, early on, when cable users could often sniff
> their neighbours' traffic.  I believe virtually all cable providers
> have fixed that now.

Due to the bus-nature of the network, this would have to be controlled on
the Cable Modem.  So, although it is a bit harder, I would expect that the
possibility still exists.

Best Wishes,
Chris Travers


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