On 22 Feb 98 at 23:42, Dan Dodder wrote:

> While we're on the subject...is there any advantage to using an external
> modem as opposed to an internal one? assuming you have the slot?

  An external modem is just like an internal modem, except:

1.  It has its own power supply, needing its own outlet.

2.  It has indicator lights which can show you status and activity.

3.  It is physically easy to move from one machine to another, or to
replace.

4.  It's an extra physical piece cluttering up the desktop.

5.  It doesn't take up a slot.


  Some of these are advantages and some are disadvantages, and
several could be either depending upon your situation.  Personally, I
prefer internal modems, but I have recommended externals to people
for whome one or more of these factors was important.

David G