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Pierrot HERITIER wrote:

> What's the difference between digital and analog connections ?

on analog connections data transfers are modulated and demodulated, therefore you
need a modem (MOdulator/DEModulater). on digital lines you don't need a modem but
a terminal adaptor (ta), because the (digital) data don't need to be modulated
for transport.

> What's the reason why I should buy a modem for both connection types ?

if you've got isdn connectivity and want to use it for data transfers, i strongly
recommend a digital device (ta) to be used.the main reason to get a device
supporting the analog AND the digital protocol, is to ensure fax connectivity
with your computing system. a typical (analog) modem supports the following
standards: v.34, v.42 or v.90; these protocols support connections with fax
devices, whereas the typical isdn protocols x.75 and v.120 don't support
connections of that type (though i hear it can be emulated on some systems -
dunno =) ).


> Is one 'better' than the other ?

whatever suits your needs (see my recommendation above). if you've already got a
fax device or don't need any, you go fine with a simple ta, such as zyxel
omni.net or zyxel omni ta 128. you can also buy a modem for fax/voice later on
...

> THanks

you're welcomethomas