[CLUE-Tech] Birthday Present

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Roger,

I have had Qwest/US West DSL for the last 2 years, running with Linux.
(they are not my ISP). I have the $29-95/month package which includes
the Cisco 675 (external) DSL modem/router. I know there is a $19-95
package, which is an demand service rather then full-time service. 
Maybe it also has an internal DSL card in the computer?

Anyway, the Cisco 675 connects to the network with an ethernet
connection. I have had no problems with this setup; the DSL is just
another box on the network. However, you do need an ISP who provides
DSL service. I use Dimensional and have had no problems with setting
up for Linux.

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Roger Frank wrote:
> 
> So my son says "Dad, what I'd really like for my birthday is
> for you to install Linux on my computer."  I know that he gets
> DSL with US West.  Does Linux work with US West DSL?  I have
> visions of a proprietary setup there, supported by Windows,
> with a DSL modem card in the computer.  Any warnings, hints, or
> helpful advice before I go and try and grant his birthday wish?
> 
> Roger Frank
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