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I used a cheap $20 DOCSIS 2 Cisco cable modem with my Comcast service. That's compared to the rental fee of $3 a month. When I switched to DSL they wanted $100
by Osiris 14y ago
I used a cheap $20 DOCSIS 2 Cisco cable modem with my Comcast service. That's compared to the rental fee of $3 a month. When I switched to DSL they wanted $100 for the modem or a $6/mn charge. I went to Craigslist and found someone selling the exact same DSL modem for $35. Despite having gigabit ethernet and wifi I just put it into Bridge mode and use my own routers and switches where I can use TomatoUSB firmware.
I'll never rent or buy a modem from an ISP again.
- debacle 14y agoThis isn't about you and me. It's about the million other subscribers that TWC or Verizon or Comcast are bilking to the tune of millions of dollars a year.
- Osiris 14y agoI was trying to point out how ridiculous the prices they charge are for everyone and that it's a total rip off. Unfortunately, most people don't know any better and they make it really hard to not get charged for "Professional" install.