Dsl question

In order to first activate a DSL account you have to run the software supplied, pick a username and password and your DSL line becomes active.

After that can I plug the dsl modem into any other computer or laptop and hop on the net?

I'm not talking about a router or anything, just plugging the ethernet cable right into the back of a new or other computer.

read the instructions that come with your DSL account.. there should be a booklet...

Yup, if the cable is connected to your modem, then you should be able to use any PC or laptop. Just configure it to get it's IP address via DHCP.

BTW, congrats on the DSL.....finally, ya cheapskate 😛

It gets activated this coming Wednesday! 🙂

What's DHCP?

I cant just plug in the cable open Firefox and get ready to go?
I have windows 98 by the way.

I'm getting a new computer in a months time! 🙂

DHCP makes it "automatic" to get on the net. You just plug in the cable and it should configure itself to start working.

There are some basic instructions here: http://helpdesk.fsu.edu/internet/ethernet/win98dhcp.cfm

You should also get some "quick start" sort of guide with your modem, that should give you specific instructions for your modem. Its typically straightforward.

Ohhhhh, thanks! 🙂

welcome to the modern age, tex... will we see you online more again?

Absolutely. I'll be spending tons of time online...... visiting porn sites. naughty

You guys may not see me for months! 😛

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My modem came yesterday and its all hooked up and ready to go, just have to wail 'till Wednesday when the phone Cº activates the service. disgust

what's the difference with your pre-dsl time?

I hoped you would make your return here though

Maybe if you had a flashy avi and siggy I'd spend more time around here! 😖hifty:

would you settle for a simple flash of me? 😛

Ummmmmmmmm......

no. 😛

good pick, there is stil hope for you