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DSL
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DSL
(abbreviation)
DSL
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DSL
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Britannica Dictionary definition of DSL
digital subscriber line
high-speed
DSL
Internet access
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DSL
refers to a system that uses telephone lines to allow you to connect to the Internet at high speeds.
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