Hmmm...
> Almost all PC modems are compatible with the mac, most are identical.
> You just need a mac serial cable to PC serial (usually 25 pin). The
> exception is anything called a "Win" modem. These are simple hardware
> interfaces, where the modem part is run in software.
"Winmodems" are not an option for a Mac; even for a PC if you are aware
of the trade-offs. Their sole saving grace is "cheapness" ( a paradox if I
ever saw one).
>
> You may not save much if you're considering a name-brand modem. The
> PC and Mac versions are about the same price. Also, if you buy a
> cheap modem, make sure it is easy to return. There is a reason why
> they are cheap.
US Robotics and others in the brand-name space often charge *more*
for their Mac versions at retail outlets, and I have even seen prices higher
on-line. What gives there??? Apples have superior DSP chips to their
Wintel counterparts, shouldn't the modems cost LESS?
I am never quite sure what a brand name is in the Mac world, but my Macs
have been running very well with the Best data 56k external modems - and do
not tax my power supply or use up a valuable slot for no reason I can think
of.
Just my experience, but they consistently connect on 2 PPC's at 48k w/o
hassle
under OS 9.x. I use the external power, with cable connection through...the
Apple Modem port!!!
>
> All the software drivers you need for the Internet, are in a folder
> in the extensions folder. If your brand isn't there, try Hayes.
>
Hmmm...the OS9 install is lacking in 56k drivers and modem scripts
at 9.0x for all modems, and I would head to the vendor's web site for
drivers.
For example, if I used the Best Data extension provided or the generic
Hayes,
I would suffer performance degradation compared to heading off to their web
site and getting the right driver.
> I'd recommend a US Robotics. Chances are, you'll be connecting to one.
I thought the US Robotics were overpriced, and somewhat suspect, as they are
a "pusher" of Win Modems for Intel platforms, which IMHO are a needless
consumer of limited resources on the Wintel box. In other words, I trust the
vendor who sells a lower priced product, but am suspicious of the high-end
vendor who offers a "cheap fix" to tide you over until you have more cash.
>
> _
> Andrew
Best Regards,
Steve Tracy
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