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The benefits of dedicated lines are many. Availability. Dedicated lines are available virtually everywhere. The technology is well known and nearly all ISPs provide this service. Continuous Access. No dial up is required. Service is available round the clock. LAN Support. Dedicated lines support multiple users. Quality. Dedicated lines provide high quality, reliable service. The only real limitation to the use of dedicated lines is the cost. Compared to dial up technologies dedicated lines can seem very expensive. Consider the overall yearly cost of a full T1 dedicated line: ISP Access installation cost $1,200.00 ISP monthly connectivity charge 1200 x 12 $14,000.00 Telco or CAP line installation $1,200.00 Telco or CAP monthly line charge 1200 x 12 $14,000.00 Hardware costs (CSU/DSU, Router ) $2,500.00 Total $34,600.00

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