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> If you have an old Pentium 100 or slower system, then this should be a
> concern. BUT.... For modern systems, you will not notice very much
> difference at all. There will be slight hesitation of 2-4 seconds when
> initializing the modem and dialing or when disconnecting, but that will
be
> all.

I am afraid this is just not the case, as I am involved in tech support
for an
ISP, the root of most "I can't connect.." problems is: winmodems.

I don't see how the architecture of the modem can affect an "I can't
connect..." problem, but since you work with modems on a daily (if not
hourly) basis, I defer to your experience.

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