What: ADSL2+
Why you should care: ADSL2+ is an International Telecommunications Union standard that offers better downstream data rates than ADSL2--up to around 24 Mbps, as well as upstream rate improvements useful for peer-to-peer and upload applications. One of the original intentions of the standard was also to correct crosstalk problems inherent in earlier technology.
Who's using it: Several equipment vendors offer gear compatible with ADSL2+, and just this week, service provider MegaPath said it is offering ADSL2+ service to small and medium-sized businesses.
For more:
- check out this story at Telephony