That's interesting BOAC. My local "loop" is provided by BT, but the Broadband is provided by Onetel. I have never needed to check the speed, so I don't know what it is. In "backup" mode, I restrict myself to EMail, online banking etc., NEVER file transfers!
Duckbutt, I see your problem, I don't think Mrs N/W would be pleased with a trailing cable either. Please let us know how you get on, if you decide to use an Internet Fax provider.