If you are interested in ATT, also known as AT&T, dial-up services, you might be out of luck. Although information about AT&T business dial-up is available online, you need to contact AT&T to get more information about ordering this product. This is more than likely caused by businesses moving toward faster internet connections, like digital subscriber line (DSL).

In order to move individuals and businesses away from ATT dialup services, residential AT&T DSL services are now less expensive than AT&T dial-up internet service—a great option for small business owners who work from home. This is due to the demand of customers wanting and needing faster internet connections. Both products use a telephone line, but DSL services are always connected. There is no more waiting time while you "log on" to the internet.

For small businesses, dial-up services used to be the best option. This is no longer the case. Here are few reasons why you need to consider moving away from ATT dialup internet access to ATT DSL:

1. With AT&T dial-up internet, your phone line is busy when you are online; DSL keeps your phone line open.
2. ATT dial-up internet is only available at one speed; DSL offers different speeds at different prices.
3. AT&T dial-up internet setup requires you to "dial in" to the internet in order to access email; DSL allows you to stay connected to your email whenever you are on your computer.

Action Steps
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Compare prices for AT&T dial-up service and competitors' dial-up service

If you really want to use dial-up services, consider AT&T. Dial-Up ISP (internet service providers) offer a range of products and prices. Take the time to research and compare AT&T and other dial-up providers.

I recommend: To get specific information about what is included with AT&T dial-up internet service, visit AT&T Dial Internet Service. However, if you try to order this service online, AT&T gives you a phone number and a link to information about high-speed internet. AT&T Dial-Up Business Internet Service is also no longer easily available. AT&T competitors make it much easier to access their dial-up services. NetZero, Inc. offers two different plans for a minimal price, and both include email and spam protection. EarthLink, Inc. also offers dial-up services; however, its prices are slightly higher than NetZero's and require yearly contracts to get good deals.

Make sure that AT&T dial-up internet service is the best option for your business

Dial-up internet services have their drawbacks. Look at the other internet products AT&T has to offer to ensure this is the best business solution for you.

I recommend: Before deciding on ATT dial-up, check out the other high-speed internet services offered in your area at AT&T's page for Small/Medium Business, Learn More About DSL, and quickly Compare DSL to Dial-Up. To find out about DSL services and prices offered by ATT, visit dsl-experts.com.

'Bundle' your ATT business internet services with other AT&T services to save money

Whether you plan to use AT&T business dial-up services or AT&T business DSL services, consider also using their other services to cut costs across the board.

I recommend: AT&T Business Network (ABN) offers businesses discounts on all of their communications services, including long distance. This product includes AT&T BusinessDirect to help you manage your AT&T account.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  ATT business dial-up uses Accelerator technology. This is not compatible with Macintosh computers.