[plug] wanted: 56k modem

[Arie Hol]

On 14 Jun 2006 at 11:58, Kai Jones wrote:

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> Michael, in regard to your comments about PC's not handling the load, 
from
> my understanding it's not about load but that external modems are built
> for one purpose and internal's don't have the same in-built dedicated
> functionality therefor don't usually perform as well.
> 

One big difference between internal and external :

Internal modems get most of their functionality by using software 
emulation to carry out the functions which are normally carried out by 
hardware which is built  into an external modem.

Internal modems consume system resources, system power - and they often 
occupy a slot on the motherboard which may be put to better use.

External modems are totally independent of system resources and power 
supply - plug them in - switch them on - learn the AT command set  - get 
system to talk to the modem and vice versa - it's just so simple.

Oh and don't forget to tell your system which serial port the modem is 
on.


Regards Arie
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