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I've experienced both as I have a cable modem and my parents have DSL.
Cable-
Like jonsagara said, you're on a network. I've never had any noticeable slowdowns during peak hours. Cable is faster than DSL to begin with so, no matter what, you'll be getting a fast connection. My network has gone down a few times when I first installed it but it hasn't happened in over a year (knock on wood). The biggest problem with cable is that since you're on a network, other people using the network can hack into your computer. If you do get cable, make sure to buy yourself a good firewall software program. McAfee, Norton, and BlackIce are some good firewalls.
DSL-
Very fast but not as fast as cable. There has been a few times where the DSL connection went out. This happened to my boyfriend a few times when he had BellSouth DSL also. The great thing about it is you're on your own network so you don't have the worry of someone hacking into your computer (it's good to buy a firewall anyway though).
My opinion: go with whatever is cheaper. The cable modem connection was a better deal for me because I was able to get a discounted price on my digital cable as well.
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