When the gas station sign abbreviates “Diesel” as “DSL” — it gets your attention (or at least mine). For somebody with technology on their brain (see, “Cool App’s — and Their Limits“), DSL stands for “Digital Subscriber Line,” not “Diesel.” Along with cable modems, wi-fi hot spots, and dial-up (still), DSL is a popular way...Read More
“24/7?” Try, “10/5” So, if you rely on a Qwest DSL line for your Internet access, and it goes down, guess where Qwest’s technical support line directs you. Yup . . . the Internet — specifically, Qwest’s Web site. The recording proceeded to inform me that technical support’s regular hours are Monday thru Friday, 8...Read More
