Is there anyplace where I can buy a router for SBC DSL internet for a windows 98 computer?
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My experience with Windows 98 machines is that USB or wireless is pretty hopeless.  If the machine doesn't have Ethernet, I'd recommend buying an inexpensive Ethernet card -- you can get them for less than $10.\n\nOnce you have Ethernet, any router will do to connect to DSL.  My favorite brand is Linksys.
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Any computer store sells them, or visit www.newegg.com or www.tigerdirect.com.\n\nThe easiest to install plug into your USB port.\nEnpect to pay $30-$40US.\n\nThe folks at Linksys have some excellent tutorials, www.linksys.com
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I HIGHLY recommend Comcast.\n\nWe previously had DSL with SBC.  First, you should know that the SBC Customer Service reps are apparently chosen based on the fact that their IQ is less than 60.  Really, they were NEVER able to help us with any technical issues.  On top of that, we lost our connection due to their technical problems at least once a week.\n\nWhen we moved, we switched to Comcast (FYI, I have DTV for my tv signal, and we chose Comcast specifically for the high-speed connection).  Our connection is now faster AND more reliable.  In the year-and-a-half that we've had Comcast, we have lost the connection maybe three times.  Additionally, when you call them, the Customer Service reps not only listen to your problem, they are able to find a solution and give it to you with courtesy...We also find that when we do have to call, we spend less time on hold than we did with SBC (like 30 seconds compared to 20 minutes).  On top of all this, there have been a couple of occasions when we were late paying the bill...They called us a few days before the service was going to be terminated, and happily accepted the payment plan we suggested, and made it so that we wouldn't lose service.  They are truly a pleasure to deal with.
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If you have a SBC telephone connection, you can try SBC Yahoo DSL, they provide it for $19.99.  Dial-up services such as Netzero and PeoplePC are cheaper too, but slower thatn cable and DSL.
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Yes, you can turn a PC into a router. I suggest using a linux, or BSD distribution as you only need a small amount of disk space and a pentium II should be more than enough for this purpose
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yes DLINK modems are the best  choice. it may be looking a bit expensive but in the long run it will be very useful and reliable. \ncheck out the prices at your local computer stores . i am sure you will be able to grab a good deal
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well you can buy a fiber optic modem and buy a wifi router
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It's different for each ISP. Most times they will send you a kit that includes software and modem. The software cd usually handles the setup and just requires you to answer questions and follow instructions. Here's Bellsouth instructions for setting up a dsl modem with windows 98: \nhttp://support.fastaccess.com/sdcuser/asp/dsl/default.asp?usertype=DSL\nSince you have the modem, you could get info from www.dslreports.com or your isp's knowledgebase to help you complete the setup. Just enter the modem make and model # and look for the setup for 98. \n(just upgrade to xp, it'll save you alot of tech support calls and OS reloads).
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I have a linksys router, which then comes with a wireless adapter. The modem is then programmed into the router and therefore you can have more than one computer hooked up to it. I have two and it works great. You can purchase these through wherever you have your DSL service through, Walmart, or Radio Shack. A word to the wise, it's probably going to be cheaper at walmart. I think you can even go to Walmart.com and check out the prices. I hope this helps
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http://www.pcwindex.com
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You're going to buy a router, which nowadays always includes a switch (switches have made hubs obselete).  You're going to keep your existing modem and connect the router to it.  Basically the modem supplies the connection and the router shares it.\n\nIt usually buy Belkin just because they are usually the cheapest of the name brands.  Linksys, DLink and SMC are also good.  As long as you stick with a name brand you should be ok.
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u can buy a d-link router from argos  check if its compatible wi bt u get the usb receiver with it it has all u kneed to start myn was 50pound i think they sell them at pc world check it owt anyway  www.pcworld.co.uk search for wireless routers
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try thi one i just put the link here so you can see what i am talking about you don't have to buy from these people though http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1221030&CatId=0
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A wireless router is your answer; however - be careful when purchasing as there are two types - and you need the one that is compatiable with Telewest Cable; (I know, as I have bought one - thankfully I got the right one first time!)\n\nI got mine from PC World, and the make is Belkin
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There are four ways.\n\n1.  Run an ethernet cord from the router to your computer.\n\n2.  Buy (because SBC recently stopped including) a USB cord and hook it up to to a USB jack on your 2nd computer.\n\n3.  If you want wireless, put the included CD in your new computer and follow instructions.  \n\n4.  If you don't have the CD, but want to connect wirelessly, use the number under the barcode uder the 2Wire router as the encyption code, in the "connect to wireless network" settings on your computer
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try DSL http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/ \nit can be booted of a fire wire or USB device
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get a wireless router, and plug the DSL modem into the "internet" port on your router