Thanks everyone for your responses! It's been extremely helpful to hear all the pros and cons, including experiences.
I was given a MSN broadband modem a few months ago. It's an Arescom Model ND860VUE-MSN. I assume those MS folks want me to use their service, so they sent me a modem. My question is: Could I use this for a Cable modem with ATT instead? I know this is unsupported on their list of approved modems, but aren't modems pretty much similar? By the way, there is a software install CD. Couldn't I just hook up my Powerbook to the modem without any software? There is no cable jack on the rear of the modem, just a jack that looks like a telephone jack labeled DSL on it. The other jacks on the rear are USB, Ethernet, and power. I understand that ATT will install a cable end in my house, so is there any way to convert a cable into a telephone style jack? Thanks, Vic -- G-Books is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Check our web site for refurbished PowerBooks | & CDRWs on Sale! | RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.com>. Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-Books list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-books.html> Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
