Will a USB modem work on a LAN ?

[Roddy]

Hi,

It looks like its time to get a new modem. I have a network set up here with a hub, and was just wondering if there is any reason why a USB modem wouldn't work ?

I'm just checking all the bases before I go out and buy one

Thanks

-Rod

 

[Roddy]

*bump*

or should i ask this in the general hardware section ?

 

[sohcrates]

yeah, you can make it work, but it's certainly not as easy as using a regular cable modem.

you would basically have to make your one computer a router (i.e install both the USB modem and an ethernet card) and then you could have the ethernet card run to your hub and what not.

OR, i think there's some routers out there that might accept a usb cable modem directly, but don't hold me to that.

Anyway, if you're in the market, you're life will be easier if you just get a regular cable modem IMHO , but it's up to you

 

[JackMDS]

LOL!

This is like shopping for a Car, and asking if a Pinto is a good choice.