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ton

06-12-2001, 08:01 AM

if a modem is controllerless does that mean it is a software modem.thanks
tony

brad

06-12-2001, 09:04 AM

Basically, yes. The controller functions are provided by the drivers installed specifically for it.

Brad

ton

07-12-2001, 07:21 AM

thanks for help.can you recomend a reasonbly priced modem
that is good for online gaming

brad

07-12-2001, 03:05 PM

I must be honest with you, Tony - I am heavily biased against internal modems and would rather not suggest one or even two for you to consider. Especially if you have a better than average ISP and a clean phone line because that is where they fall short. I'd feel rotten if you are were not happy with it and I think that is more of a possibility for on-line gaming. External modems are a different matter and I'll be happy to recommend a couple if you are so inclined.

Brad

alan norman

07-12-2001, 07:42 PM

Hi Tony

I have used both Internal and External Hardware modems in the past. My current PC came with a modem installed and it is consistently the fastest. The phoneline has been the same for all three types.

The current modem is an Intel HAM (Host Accelerated Modem). From memory you live in the UK and this modem can be purchased from many online stores for £15.00. If you want to read a little more about it go to the AMD page on my website where you can also see the full PC Spec, which may have a bearing on the modem speed.

Bye

Alan

ton

08-12-2001, 06:41 AM

thanks for your help but i have tried a cheap modem before,it was ok for browsing the internet but not for online gaming.this is for computer i have built for my sons xmas pressy so i want it to be as fast as possible,the specs are 1700xp on a ecs k7s5a with
256 mb ram with g force 2mx,any further suggestions would
be appreciated
tony

rakki

08-12-2001, 07:24 AM

get him broadband :D

ton

08-12-2001, 10:13 AM

it aint available out here in the sticks

brad

08-12-2001, 02:37 PM

Consider a USR 56k Faxmodem external, model number 5686-03. Looks kinda cheap on the outside but it always connects at 52k or better here. Current major brand name internals on the same line only do 45.3 on average, 49.3 once in a while.

Brad

ton

10-12-2001, 04:42 AM

thanks for your help,will look into it
tony