Hello. I have a question. I just switched from DSL to Cable Internet Service. WOW! LOVE IT! It is EarthLink Cable at 5.0 Mpbs, using a Motorola Cable Modem (This is an agreement between EarthLink and Time Warner Cable. I'm using Time Warner Cable's lines with EarthLink service.). Anyways, do I need to use a surge protector for the coax line between the outside of the house where the line comes in and the modem? I have spoken to some people and they tell me YES! They claim it will help prevent surges to the modem and ultimately protect my computer. YOU GOTTA HAVE IT! Others tell me NO! They claim that it will significantly slow down my speeds and/or can cause havoc with the modem. Are they both right? Should I do both? What should I do? Will it really show down my speeds? Will I really have potential harm if I don't use a surge protector? I understand that a surge protector for the modem power cord/plug is a good idea and will have no troubles using a surge protector that way. Please give me your imput and ideas, any suggestions. Also, please answer my concern regarding speed, moden issues, and computer protection. Thank you!
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