An Internet service provider (ISP) offers customers access to the Internet using various technologies like dial-up, DSL, cable modem, wireless, or dedicated high-speed. ISPs connect to upstream ISPs who have larger networks and access to more of the Internet to transmit data between networks. ISPs may directly interconnect with each other through peering points without charging for data transmission instead of going through a third upstream ISP. Types of ISPs include virtual ISPs and free ISPs. Internet access is expected to improve in cost and speed as more companies enter the industry, and the true benefit will come when remote areas worldwide can access quality Internet.