Advantages: reliable, fast connection Disadvantages: quite expensive
on the line.
Try not to use too long a telephone extension cable. If you need 10 metres buy a 10 metre extension, DON'T use two 5 metre cables.
Don't take as gospel, what Windows says your modem speed is. Above 52K is telling lies. Check out www.windrivers.com where they have a way for you to test your modem speed.
Modem speeds are always referred to as 56K or 33.6K BUT that is kiloBITS not kiloBYTES. 56 KiloBITS = 7 kiloBYTES (approximately).
Hope this is a help. ...
Advantages: Easy to install, compatible Disadvantages: size, price
Now you all know im on broadband at home but it has not always been the way.
No. Going back a year or so ago, I was using a trusty 56k External Modem. I say trusty because it was a good servant and it is still downloading at my mums house without any problems.
So what is it?
Well, for those that dont know, its the little piece of hardware that sits between your computer and the telephone socket. Its used to decipher the phone tones into information for the computer to understand.
Some people have "internal" modems which are actual parts of the computer that slot in and need to be phyiscally installed, and, some people have "External" modems so they can just plug it into a connector without the need for upgrading or installing bits in the actual computer.
This modem is External so it has the advantage that anyone who can plug in ...
Advantages: Top speeds, ease of installation, excellent reliability Disadvantages: Price
I have owned this modem for 3 years now, since the launch of Freeserve. It is the only modem I have ever bought and the only modem I will ever have needed to buy, it is amazingly reliable.
The manual is clear and concise and there was no hassle installing it with Windows 98. It comes with SuperVoice software to handle voice messages and faxes, which is also easy to use and effective. The package includes a bundle of free internet access trials, which would prove very useful to the first time modem buyer. I have always got the best connection speeds available over a phone line. Perhaps the only negative point about this modem was it's price, I did find it a little high. ...
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Manufacturer's product description
The 56K Message Modem can be left to store incoming voice and fax messages while your computer is switched off - up to 35 voice messages or 25 fax pages. Access your messages remotely using a touch tone telephone or turn your computer into a full duplex hands-free telephone - no need for external speakers, microphone or sounds cards! One complete feature-rich communications package for the home or office. Includes 56kbps V.90 ITU standard and x2 technology allows users to download from the Internet and online services at speeds up to 56Kbps.
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