#2 Connection Speed
To get connected to the Internet through a computer usually takes an average of 5-8 minutes. The reason for this is the series of software applications that need to be launched in order to access the Internet Service Provider(ISP). The modem, web browser, and TCP stack must be opened in order for your computer to dial into the Internet. The WebTV averages 30-45 second to dial in at one press of the POWER button. Set up is even easier because the WebTV box takes care of all the initial dialing and you don't have to touch a thing.
Auto AccessTM Technology automatically determines local* access numbers for most convenient Internet connection. High Speed Modem 33.6 Kbps V.34 is enclosed in the WebTV box.
I can easily connect directly into the Internet without the extra side steps that are involved with a computer dialing into the Internet.
BOTTOM LINE: You can access the Internet much faster than using a computer with no configuration or loading of software.
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