On Sun, 30 Nov 2003 12:17:41 -0500, Eric Dickner wrote:
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This is not meant as a smartass answer, but, as "real" modems are relatively cheap, I would respectfully suggest that you consider getting one instead of using CPU cycles running a winmodem.
I second that. Even at a higher price where I live, I consider the money well spent on my US Robotics external modem. It is immediately found all the time.
The hassle of getting winmodems to work just ain't worth it.
Hugo.
You want to look for a "controller-based" modem, as opposed to a "controllerless" or "windows" modem. The ones which have "especially made for Windows XP" or something similar on the box are "controllerless" modems. IMO, that label ought to be a big red one with "WARNING - CHEAP AND NASTY" on the top.
For example, you can get a US Robotics Performance Pro V.92 PCI controller-based faxmodem via pricewatch.com for only $49 inclusive. (It's the modem I use which is why I looked it up in particular).
Then, if your current modem is removable, you can take it out and give it to someone you don't like :)
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