Not always true, a lot of DSL providers utilize PPPoE (PPP Over Ethernet). Although not technically dialing up, it does log you in and will drop the connection after a time of inactivity. Get a router (any broadband connection should have one, at least for the security reasons), most will support PPPoE and will keep the link alive. It also simplifies setup because you don't have to install any (usually buggy) software that is supported only half@$$ed by your provider. Heed this warning with special care if you are an SBC Ameritech customer.
Oh, and don't let me scare you away, broadband is a god-send! Just trust me on the router thing. Others work well, but Linksys routers are especially adept at handling PPPoE, just not quite as easy to set up as some others. -Robyn On Saturday, January 11, 2003, at 09:57 PM, Sam Burrish wrote: > No DSL is truly permanent. Your connection will drop when your > provider does > network upgrades/maintenance or experiences trouble. Getting a good DSL > router is about the only thing you can do to enhance reliability. > Otherwise > it's out of your hands. > > A single base station should serve you fine. It'll be more reliable > than > your DSL, no doubt. > > Sam -- MacNetwork is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... XRouter Pro | Share your DSL or cable modem between multiple computers! Dr. Bott | Only $199 <http://www.drbott.com/prod/MIH130.html> Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> MacNetwork list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/macnet.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; end 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/macnetwork%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
