Are cable modems generally considered more secure than DSL connections?

Cable modems are generally not considered more secure than DSL connections because of the way they operate and the typical environments in which they are used. Cable internet relies on a shared network infrastructure, meaning that multiple users in a neighborhood share bandwidth and the same physical coaxial cable. This shared environment can make cable modems more susceptible to security threats, such as eavesdropping or unauthorized access by neighboring users if proper security measures are not in place.

In contrast, DSL operates over dedicated telephone lines, providing a more isolated and secure connection for individual users. Since DSL is typically point-to-point, it reduces the risk of external interference or unauthorized access that can be more prevalent in cable systems.

The other options each present scenarios that do not enhance the inherent security of cable modems over DSL connections, as they either address conditions that do not fundamentally change the security model of the technologies involved or apply to specific contexts that are not generally applicable. Therefore, the most accurate assessment is that cable modems are not intrinsically more secure than DSL connections, making the answer appropriate in this context.