Configuring an DSL link
Configuring an DSL link
If it uses Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), it's not fiber. It travels through copper wires like a traditional landline would. You might be hitting the limits of those copper lines in your home. Your connection could be through a hardwired setup or wireless, but wireless usually causes some speed reduction.
It's either DSL or fiber. DSL relies on pairs from legacy phone lines and doesn't support Cat 5. It uses just two wires, no more. The problem might be with the line quality at your poles or in your home. On a typical 100meg DSL connection, you'd see around 90/90 performance. How are you testing? Are you connected wired or wireless? Do other devices interfere during the test?
If you use DSL, the signal comes through a phone line that typically uses Cat 3 wiring. This setup usually includes only four wires, which is standard for phone cables. While CAT5 can be used for phone connections, it doesn’t utilize all the available wires. If fiber is present, you’re likely dealing with VDSL or VDSL2, which are considered better versions of DSL. The speed you achieve depends on factors like the quality of the copper line and how far you are from your local network node. You might reach up to 100 Mbps under ideal conditions. I believe this is mainly due to network infrastructure issues. It could stem from internal wiring or possibly the ISP’s own network. Many US DSL providers struggle with proper maintenance, or they may prioritize fiber upgrades for wealthier areas, leaving DSL users behind or pushing them toward cable or wireless services through AT&T. You might want to contact your ISP to get a clearer explanation and possibly arrange a technician visit.