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Winmodems are not modemsThe purpose of this page is to identify consumer-grade modems systematically and to note compatibility with Linux as reported by you, the users. So-called Winmodems, host-based, HCF- or HSP-modems require vendor-supplied software to do the work of proper hardware modems. The sale of these devices for x86-based PCs is becoming increasingly popular among retailers and OEMs because of their lower cost. However, Winmodems are only appropriate for use with Microsoft Windows on a fast Pentium.
It has been pointed out to me that the name "Winmodem" is a registered
trademark of 3Com.
I'm sure that they are proud of this fact ;) In any case, when I
refer to Winmodems, please read it as "Winmodems(tm), host-based modems,
HCF-modems, HSP-modems, and all similar modem-like hardware."
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What's new4/15/99Actiontec's press release on their new PCI modem with Linux support is here. I believe this should be the model PCI56012 we've been expecting for a while. I don't have a model number for the the external modem they are promoting, and the modem information has not hit their home page yet. I wonder if they have a Beta program? :) If you are enthused about this press release, why not drop a note to marketing@actiontec.com? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Winmodem Mini-FAQ1. If Winmodems are not really modems, why do manufacturers make them?Two reasons: Most people don't know the difference; and floppy disks are cheaper than hardware chips. A winmodem lacks parts found in regular modems-- these parts are "emulated" by software running on your CPU.
2. Oops, I bought a Winmodem. Will it
work with Linux?
3. But someone must have adapted or reverse-engineered one by now!
4. Are there any external Winmodems? Am I always safe
getting an external modem?
If you are interested in the status of USB support in Linux, please
follow the link to Iñaky's uusbd development
page. External USB Winmodems are possible, I am told.
At this point, Linux doesn't support USB modems at
all.
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Linux/Modem Compatibility Knowledge BaseUsual disclaimers apply. This list is provided only for your convenience and should not be considered an endorsement blah blah blah ;-) Experienced Linux users-- I need your help to mark more modems OKIf you can add something to this table, please let me know. FCC ID number and/or FCC Registration number is required. This number is usually silk-screened or on a label on the modem board. Click here for an example. I'm thinking about including Industry Canada certification numbers, too. If you're looking for a particular modem, be sure to use your browser's "Find in Page" command. It may not be where you think it should be!
WM = Winmodem, only works with Windows software
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The Whine-O-MaticThis is where you get to sound off about winmodems, this page, life in general, etc. I will check this page occasionally, so if you're looking for a particular modem and can't find it on the list, click away.
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Quick surveyResultsRespondent profileAbout 4% of visitors take the survey (platform and browser figures are cumulative, survey results are monthly).Platform Jan Feb Mar Browser Jan Feb Mar Windows 95.....34% 34% 34% Navigator 4.x....71% 65% 62% Windows 98.....22% 22% 26% Microsoft IE.....22% 28% 30% Linux 2.0.x....19% 14% 11% Navigator 3.x.....4% 5% 4% Windows NT.....12% 14% 14% Lynx.............<1% <1% 1% SunOS...........2% 4% 3% Opera............<1% 1% <1% Linux 2.2.x.....2% 3% 3% Mozilla..........<1% <1% <1% Macintosh.......2% 3% 2% Navigator 2.x....<1% <1% <1% HP-UX...........1% 1% 1% IRIX...........--- <1% 1% Linux 2.1.x.....2% 1% <1% Experience Jan Feb Mar Windows 3.1.....1% <1% <1% What's a Linux?...1% 2% 3% AIX.............1% <1% <1% Thinking about....8% 11% 13% OSF1...........<1% <1% <1% Linux newbie.....37% 46% 44% FreeBSD........--- <1% <1% Competent user...30% 22% 23% OS/2...........<1% <1% <1% Call me root.....23% 17% 16% BeOS...........--- <1% <1% I am Linus........1% 2% 1% Amiga..........--- <1% <1% Unixware.......--- <1% <1% NeXT...........--- --- <1% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Links to other modem information
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