A digital subscriber line (DSL) provides a dedicated high-speed Internet connection with guaranteed upload and download speeds. Your laptop computer can be connected directly to the incoming DSL line, but this method can pose a computer security issue. In addition to the security risk of a direct connection, the laptop would not be truly portable throughout the premises if it is connected to the DSL cable. An often-used DSL connection method for both portability and security includes the use of a wireless router connected to the DSL modem. Warnings Writer Bio
