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house to install the DSL receiver, often called a DSL modem (see Figure 21-

12), and possibly hook up a wireless router. Even if you skip the tech and

have the installation equipment mailed to you, all you have to do is plug a

couple special filters in and call your ISP. These DSL microfilters remove the

high-pitch screech of the DSL signal, enabling phones and fax machines to

operate correctly. The receiver connects to the telephone line and the

computer (see Figure 21-13). The tech (or the user, if knowledgeable) then

configures the DSL modem and router (if there is one) with the settings

provided by the ISP, and that’s about it! Within moments, you’re surfing the

Web. You don’t need a second telephone line. You don’t need to wear a

special propeller hat or anything. The only kicker is that your house has to be

within a fairly short distance from a main phone service switching center

(central office). This distance can depend on the DSL variant and can range

from several hundred feet to around 18,000 feet.

Figure 21-12 A DSL receiver

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