Cable operators across the U.S. provide high-speed Internet access to their customers through a broadband connection via a cable modem. These modems are based on DOCSIS technology, or Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifications. In America today, more than 25 million people access the Internet using DOCSIS-based modems for their cable broadband connections.

DOCSIS has had four successive versions to date, each version providing improved broadband Internet connectivity, security features, quality, reliability, and flexibility. DOCSIS 3.0 makes it possible for cable operators to offer Internet connection speeds at hundreds of megabits and, potentially, hundreds of gigabits per second.

With Americans taking advantage of their cable broadband connections for surfing, online games, MMORPGS, videos, photos, music, and much more, DOCSIS 3.0 and cable wideband connections will no doubt become increasingly popular today’s home Internet user.

source: cable-modem.net