 AT&T Yahoo! High Speed DSL FAQS
AT&T Yahoo! provides high speed internet service through DSL lines in 22 states. They operated in two differenet regions and pricing varies depending on the region you live in. The AT&T 13 state region is the original AT&T service region. The 9 state region used to be service by BellSouth. Choose your state below for pricing.
AT&T Yahoo! DSL 13 state region includes:
AT&T Arkansas - AT&T California - AT&T Connecticut - AT&T Illinois - AT&T Indiana - AT&T Kansas - AT&T Michigan
AT&T Missouri - AT&T Nevada - AT&T Ohio - AT&T Oklahoma - AT&T Texas - AT&T Wisconsin
AT&T Yahoo! DSL 9 state region includes:
AT&T Alabama - AT&T Florida - AT&T Georgia - AT&T Kentucky - AT&T Louisiana - AT&T Mississippi
AT&T North Carolina - AT&T South Carolina - AT&T Tennessee
AT&T Yahoo! DSL FAQS
What is Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) service?
DSL is an innovative technology that turns your existing phone line into a multi-channel data-delivery system. One channel transmits voice services exclusively, so you can surf the Web while talking on the phone or faxing. The second channel transmits data downstream at high speeds, and a third channel transmits data upstream.
There are modems at each end of the phone line. One is connected to your computer; one is located at our offices. Working together, they provide a dedicated connection that avoids the need to dial up for access like with traditional analog modem Internet access.
System Requirements:
- Operating Systems: Windows 98, 2K, ME, XP
- RAM: 64MB minimum
- Graphics: 256 color adapter with 800 x 600 resolution
- Hard Disk Space: 50MB available hard drive space
- Internet Explorer 6.0 and above
- Macromedia Flash 5.0 and above
How is DSL different from other Internet connections?
Dial-up (Analog) Modems
Traditional dial-up modems (often called analog modems) are designed to work over regular copper-wire telephone lines and usually operate at speeds ranging from 28.8K to 56K. The major difference between dial-up and DSL modems is that a dial-up modem works over voice frequencies. Using analog technology, it is unable to accommodate the much faster digital frequencies. DSL streamlines data transmission by using the higher, non-voice frequencies.
Cable Modems
An alternative Internet connection is possible through your cable television line, which has been upgraded to carry data in two directions. Unfortunately, you share your Internet connection with your neighborhood using this method, so there is a possibility of slowdowns during peak-use periods.
DSL Modems
DSL technology provides a dedicated service over an existing local connection to our central offices. With this connection, you don't have to share local access with other users.
How fast is DSL?
AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet is offered in several packages with download speeds ranging from 768kbps to 6.0 Mbps. Through an AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet connection you have the ability to download files and surf the Internet at very high speeds. Exact throughput speeds experienced will vary based on several factors, including the distance between your home and our central office, the condition of your line, traffic on the Internet, and the performance of servers hosting web sites you visit.
What are the minimum PC specifications for an AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet connection?
AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet is made to run efficiently on today's most popular computers. To use AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet, the minimum requirements are:
PC Requirements:
- Minimum of 266 MHz Processor Speed
- Minimum of 64MB of RAM (128MB recommended)
- Minimum of 125MB of free hard drive space·CD-ROM or DVD drive
- Win98/ME/2000/XP/NT 4.0 SP6
Macintosh Requirements:
- Power PC/G3/G4 or iMac
- Minimum 64MB or RAM (128MB recommended)
- Minimum of 100MB of free hard drive space
- CD-ROM or DVD drive
- Mac OS 8.6-OS X (excluding 10.00-10.04)
What are the minimum PC specifications for the AT&T Yahoo! Browser?
Most Windows-based computers made in recent years are more than capable of running the AT&T Yahoo! Browser. Exact Windows PC system requirements for the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet software are as follows:
- Operating Systems: Windows 98, 2K, ME, XP
- RAM: 128MB minimum, though 256MB is highly recommended
- Graphics: 256 color adapter with 800 x 600 resolution
- Hard Disk Space: 20MB available hard drive space
What are the minimum PC specifications for AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection software suite?
- AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet
- Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP
- Internet Explorer 5.5 or later or AT&T Yahoo! Browser 2.0
- 20 MB free hard disk space
- 128MB RAM (256MB RAM recommended)
Is the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service compatible with Apple computers?
Generally, yes. If you're a Macintosh user, you will be able to enjoy most benefits of the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service including a customized home page, enhanced email services, and advanced web tools. Specifically, the minimum requirements are:
Macintosh Requirements:
- Power PC/G3/G4 or iMac
- Minimum 64MB or RAM (128MB recommended)
- Minimum of 100MB of free hard drive space·CD-ROM or DVD drive
- Mac OS 8.6-OS X (excluding 10.00-10.04)
However, not all features of AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet are available to Macintosh users. For example, the AT&T Yahoo! Browser and AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection suite are not currently available for Apple computers. Apple users won't be able to use LAUNCHcast Plus or the all-new Messenger, or drag and drop files and photos onto their current browser.
How can I get help with any technical issues I may have with the new AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service?
Our help website, email support team and toll-free technical support teams are fully prepared to assist you with any issues with your AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service.
Do I need an additional phone line for AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet?
No. With DSL, your existing phone line is "split" to allow voice and data transmission at the same time. No additional line is required.
How does the AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection software suite make it easier to manage online security issues?
AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection brings all of our security tools together in one easy-to-use Dashboard. Simple icons, buttons, and options take the hassle out of staying safe online.
By accessing the Dashboard, you can quickly see the status of all your security tools: Anti-Spy, Anti-Virus, Pop-Up Blocker, Parental Controls, and AT&T Yahoo! Mail Protection. If everything is turned on and running smoothly, you'll see a green checkmark. If specific action is required, you'll see a yellow alert icon and instructions on what action you need to take.
If you see an alert — or if you want to take a closer look or adjust a particular security feature -- simply click on the small arrow beside the tool. From there, more options will drop down for further review and action.
How does the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service help me protect my children from inappropriate content on the Internet?
As any concerned parent knows, the Internet is one of the best tools available for kids as it is full of useful information and fun entertainment. However, there are also places and content on the Internet that are not appropriate for young eyes.
While there's no substitute for adult supervision and teaching kids good common sense while they're online, AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet Service offers free Parental Controls and some of the best anti-spam tools online. In fact, Yahoo!'s Parental Controls have recently been awarded The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval and iParenting Media's Hottest Products Award. In addition, i-SAFE America, a leading non-profit Internet safety education foundation, has said that utilizing AT&T Yahoo! Parental Controls to create personalized setting for each child, block unsuitable web contest and control who is able to communicate with your children is a key way to help make sure they stay safe online.
Parental Controls can be activated by the account holder and can be applied to each individual user of the service. We also know that as your children grow older, they can make decisions for themselves. That's why Parental Controls provides fully customizable filters for many different age ranges.
You want to keep your kids safe online and Parental Controls will help by providing you with powerful filtering tools and useful Internet safety tips. Download AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection, the all-in-one security software suite, on to every computer in your house that you want to protect with Parental Controls and our other security features.
Once you are a AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet member, you will find more information about Parental Controls, and the entire AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection software suite, in your My Services area.
How will the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service help protect me from viruses and other online threats and nuisances?
With the frantic pace of work and family life, we know that most people don't have much time to spend thinking about Internet security. However, it is becoming an increasing concern. That's why we built AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection, an all-in-one security software suite that takes the hassle out of protecting your PC, your files, and your family online. This Online Protection software suite, which includes PC Anti-Virus built by Computer Associates®, is available to AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet members at no additional charge. The security suite includes a convenient Dashboard, from which you can view and control your PC Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware/Adware, Parental Controls, Pop-Up Blocker, and AT&T Yahoo! Mail Protection tools.
Many virus protection software products will remove dangerous email attachments, should you try to open them. AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet takes virus protection one step further, by helping to prevent viruses from even making it into your inbox in the first place.
In addition, AT&T Yahoo! members may download free Firewall software, to help defend your computer and personal information from hackers.
Once you are a AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet member, you will find more information about Parental Controls, and the entire AT&T Yahoo! Online Protection software suite, in your My Services area.
How will the AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service help protect my inbox from spam?
AT&T Yahoo! Mail will offer powerful protection through SpamGuard Plus, which redirects junk mail into a customer's bulk mail folder. Additionally, AT&T Yahoo! members can further improve the effectiveness of the spam filtering capability by tagging those messages that are considered spam. Over time, the AT&T Yahoo! spam filters learn what you personally consider to be spam and will become that much more effective in keeping junk mail out of your inbox.
In addition, AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet offers AddressGuard™, a premium spam feature that allows you to create hundreds of disposable email addresses. This comes in handy particularly when you need to provide your email address to people and companies you have no history with. Instead of giving out your permanent email address, you can give out a disposable email address. That way, if the disposable email address is abused in anyway, you can simply eliminate it to stop the spam from reaching your inbox.
I already have an email account through Yahoo! Do I need to use the AT&T Yahoo! email address?
If you are already have a "you@yahoo.com" email account you can continue to access your mail separately if you wish.
However, we highly recommend you give your existing you@yahoo.com account all the benefit of your new AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service. This can be done at no additional charge by merging your you@yahoo.com account with your new AT&T Yahoo! account during the registration process. Just imagine all the added value you get from getting additional storage, premium spam functionality, premium virus protection, and more.
AT&T Yahoo! Mail users will also be able to receive messages from multiple email accounts (including @sbcglobal.net and @yahoo.com accounts) in a single inbox.
Can my AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet Home Page be customized according to my preferences?
Yes! You'll find many tools to quickly and easily change the content, colors, and layout of your AT&T Yahoo! Home Page.
What is Web Advantage?
Web Advantage is a discount package offered to customers who purchase both AT&T Yahoo! Internet Access and select AT&T Yahoo! Small Business online services.
The discount is applied to the monthly service fees for AT&T Yahoo! Business Mail, AT&T Yahoo! Web Hosting, and AT&T Yahoo! Merchant Solutions.
The discount depends on which AT&T Yahoo! Internet Access services you subscribe to:
- AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet: 20% discount on AT&T Yahoo! Small Business services
- AT&T Yahoo! Dial -up: 10% discount on AT&T Yahoo! Small Business services
What fees are discounted if I participate in the Web Advantage program?
The monthly hosting fees for AT&T Yahoo! Business Mail, AT&T Yahoo! Web Hosting, and AT&T Yahoo! Merchant Solutions are discounted if you participate in the Web Advantage program.
AT&T Yahoo! Merchant Solutions transaction fees and product add-ons, such as additional email accounts, email storage, and web site disk space, are not discounted.
How do I sign up for Web Advantage?
Brand-new customers must sign up for AT&T Yahoo! Internet Access first. Once that process is complete, you will be presented with a link to the AT&T Yahoo! Small Business sign-up pages. When you have finished signing up for a qualifying AT&T Yahoo! Small Business service, you will be billed at the Web Advantage discounted rate.
To start the sign-up process, go to the Web Advantage page and click the "Sign Up" button under the Internet Access plan you would like to order.
Does AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet offer unlimited Internet access, or will I be charged according to my usage?
AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet charges a flat monthly fee, guaranteed. You will not incur additional charges based on your Internet usage.
How do I know that prices won't change in the future or that I won't be charged for features that are currently included?
If you signed up for an annual package, your price for Internet access is guaranteed for 12 months, period. We are committed to providing a competitive price that meets the needs of our customers.
There are premium services, such as additional email storage and downloadable games that can be purchased through Yahoo! and you can sign up for these using your credit card.
Do I have to purchase a modem and pay an activation fee?
Occasionally, as a special promotional offer to customers who order online, AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet includes a free modem and free activation (a value of over $200). If this offer is not available, you may be required to purchase a modem and pay an activation fee, but those fees will be disclosed to you before you sign up for AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet. Currently, from 10/03/06 there is a charge of $49.99 for the DSL modem with $49.99 mail in rebate. Or if you prefer a Wireless Gateway this will cost $79.99 with $49.99 mail in rebate. There is no activation fee.
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