Multiple internet connection download balancing on Mac

Hi All!
I have two separate Internet connections, both are adsl 2mbps. One is available by Ethernet cable, second one is a WIFI. The come from separate lines. Lately I am downloading a lot, and I am looking for software that would utilize both connections. I went through forum and I found couple of threads here:
https://discussions.apple.com/message/9437318#9437318
https://discussions.apple.com/message/9437318#9437318
https://discussions.apple.com/message/6365245#6365245
https://discussions.apple.com/message/8137953#8137953
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/1660762?threadID=1660762
But none really answered my question. All threads are archived already so I decided to refresh this topic, as some time passed and solutions could changed.
Do you know/use any good software that would load balance Internet download form both lines so I would endup with 4mbps?
This would be very helpful for me. Thanks a lot in advance!

I got a first Mac Pro from Apple Store on September 1st. I had to send it back due to the misfunction of the AirPort connection. I have an AirPort network with an AirPort Express base station and four PPC-macs functioning perfectly. From the beginning the Mac Pro connection (same rooms side on side with other Macs, for instance an iBook) had only one third of reception strength for the Internet and the speed for the connection with other computers in the same network (which I need badly) was in-cre-di-bly slow. Big jobs were'nt even finished correctly.
Yesterday (september 22th) I got a Mac Pro in replacement – exactly the same phoneomena. Serial Number is CK6370X2UPZ. Just as our Norwegian collegue expressed it: you could cry. I will send this one back, too, an wait for a month or so before I order a new one.
At the Apple Service they tend to tell you that you are the first one reporting such problems.
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I figured I should post this as, while having read through hundreds of similar posts I still can't figure out how to solve my connectivity issues.
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