On Sat, 2004-05-01 at 02:59, Rick Stevens wrote: > Graeme Nichols wrote: > > On Tue, 2004-04-27 at 02:32, Rick Stevens wrote: > > > > <snip> > > > >>There are some ADSL modems that work fine with Linux and some that > >>don't, just as there are some winmodems that work and others that won't. > >>Keep in mind that this is not just a Red Hat issue--it's a general Linux > >>issue with manufacturers not helping an open source solution. > > > > > > Do you have the names of those usb ADSL modems that DO work with Linux, > > or point me in the right direction to find out? > > > > I am a bit disappointed to learn that there are not only 'gutless' > > dial-up modems out there but 'gutless' ADSL modems as well. The way > > things are going, the next time one buys a new car the engine and drive > > train will need to be supplied by the 'driver' :-) > > http://www.linux-usb.org/ is the list of USB stuff. I don't know if > they have USB cable or DSL modems, but you can check. Sorry Rick, one other dumb question; What do they mean when they talk about ADSL operating in 'bridged' mode? -- Kind regards, Graeme Nichols ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This message was brought to you by Linux, the free unix. Windows without the X is like making love without a partner. Sex, Drugs & Linux Rules win-nt from the people who invented edlin apples have meant trouble since eden Linux, the way to get rid of boot viruses (By mwikholm at8 abo fi, MaDsen Wikholm) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- - IMPORTANT. - - The contents of this email and any attachments, which may be con- - - fidential, are sent for the personal attention of the addressee/s - - only. If you receive this email and are not the intended addressee - - please inform the sender and delete this email immediately. Use, - - copying, disclosure or forwarding of the contents of this email - - and/or any attachment/s is not authourised. - ----------------------------------------------------------------------
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