Ruzya wrote:
> Hi Alan, > > Actually, I do need their software to get on > to internet, otherwise I wouldn't get authenticated. > What is a router? ---- First of all, do you have cable or DSL ? I have DSL (Verizon) with the modem they provided. Between the modem and the computer is a router (mine has 4 ports)/ The router is configured (via a web browser interface) with the authentification info. Only thing you have to do is log on when you check for e-mail. For web browsing, you're basically connected all the time when the router/modem are active. This was a topic earlier this year but I don't recall your name back then. The log-in software that comes on the CD from most providers can be a source of headaches to many folks, especially Mac users. Also, routers provide some sort of firewall protection, which I don't fully understand. Perhaps someone else can comment on other reasons to get a router besides it offering ports for additional computers needing web access. -- SuperMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | Service & Replacement Parts [EMAIL PROTECTED] | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> SuperMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/supermacs/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; 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/supermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
