Cost Subsystem
Unit Cost Component
Description
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Wireline Backhaul Modem with Data Rate: 64 Kbps-8 Mbps, Range: Approximately 18K feet (3.4 miles from central station)
Capital Cost Per Unit
$50.00
Adjusted Capital Cost Per Unit
$47.16
Reported Units
1
Lifetime
10
Geo
Unit Cost Type
Unit
Location
CPI ID
2
CPI Name
WPU1178
Year
2013
Notes
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a system for providing relatively high data rate communications over conventional phone lines. This is the technology that many homes and businesses use to access the internet. It is available in most urban areas, but is generally not available in rural locations. The service is offered by most wire-line phone companies. Strengths: Reliable, Low cost, low power equipment and service, Relatively high data rate, No antennas, Secure. Limitations: Requires wire-line connection, Limited rural availability. Lifetime 5-10 years