A modem that plugs into an expansion slot within the computer. Unlike an external modem, an internal modem does not provide a series of display lights that inform the user of the changing modem states ...

Like you say, negligible difference in performance, any comunications between your PC and Modem will be at a speed many times faster than your dsl connection.

If you’ve got a computer, get a modem. For the money, there’s no better way to add power and fun to computing. Modems are the telephones of computers, allowing them to connect with other computers to ...

My grandparents have a couple-years-old eMac, and are still on dial-up. They live far enough out in the country that while broadband is available, it's expensive enough to not be worthwhile for their ...