I've tried using the ssl on one server and I actually got a steady rate like 5k/sec for like a couple minutes or longer. The server has to support ssl or it won't work and you need two files as well. This is by no means a solution to the problem, I just thought it would see a diffrent reaction. But... I have searched high an low, and I think I am going to have to upgrade my service to the 5/mb a sec cable deal. Maybe that will solve the problem, if it doesn't bye-bye cable, hello 56k modem. Can't believe nobody on the internet or the isp knows anything about this, wish I was back in New York with my Optimum Online; never had a problem with those guys.