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Dialup connections refer to a method of connecting to the internet using a modem and a telephone line. This technology was prevalent in the late 20th century and early 21st century, before the widespread adoption of broadband internet. Dialup connections use the telephone system to transmit data, converting digital information into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines.

The speed of dialup connections is typically measured in kilobits per second (kbps), with common speeds ranging from 28.8 kbps to 56 kbps. These speeds are significantly slower compared to modern broadband connections, which can reach speeds of several megabits per second (Mbps) or more.

Dialup connections require a modem, which is a device that converts digital data into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines and vice versa. The modem connects to a computer via a serial port or a USB port, and to the telephone line via an RJ-11 connector.

One of the main advantages of dialup connections is their widespread availability, as they can be used in almost any location with a telephone line. However, they also have several disadvantages, including slow connection speeds, the need to maintain a constant connection, and the potential for dropped connections due to line noise or interference.

Dialup connections were gradually replaced by broadband internet, which offers faster connection speeds and more reliable connections. However, dialup connections remain in use in some remote or underserved areas where broadband infrastructure is not available.