Just DSL, now a few questions...

Thunderball · 02-08-02, 06:48 PM

Any programs that are "MUST DOWNLOADS" to help with the connection?

Is there anyway I can set up my DSL like I had my Dialup set up, so I dont' have to use the Earthlink software?

Thanks!

The DVD List · 02-08-02, 07:05 PM

Make sure you go to DSL reports (http://www.dslreports.com) and run the speed tests. They will tell you if you're getting close to "advertised" speeds out of your DSL connection. They also have a section dedicated to tweaking settings if your connection isn't up to speed. You should be able to set your DSL connection in your browser just like you did a dial-up account and bypass the software your provider would like you to use.

Edited to add:
Don't forget to get yourself a firewall!! For a decent free one, I'd recommend Zone Alarm.

Jeff

Thunderball · 02-08-02, 07:42 PM

Thanks, my speed looks about what Earthllikn was promising

twikoff · 02-08-02, 07:47 PM

if you have more then one computer at that house..
or ever bring a laptop home

a cable/dsl router is a great investment for connection sharing as well as setting up a home network

Sonicflood · 02-08-02, 08:26 PM

I'll second the use of Zone Alarm firewall software!!! I've been using the free version for about a year and it's GREAT!!!

Get it here: Zone Labs

Thunderball · 02-08-02, 08:55 PM

actually I already HAVE a firewall.

Norton's.

twikoff · 02-08-02, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Thunderball
actually I already HAVE a firewall.

Norton's.

zone alarm is better

(although still not foolproof.. we went through a whole long thread a couple days ago, explaining why its still easy enough to exploit)

zuffy · 02-08-02, 09:26 PM

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Get to the newsgroup and start downloading porns!!!

Thunderball · 02-08-02, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by zuffy
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Get to the newsgroup and start downloading porns!!!

Ok, and what are newsgroup?

olie029 · 02-09-02, 01:56 AM

You must learn much young one!!!

http://easynews.com/

be one with the DSL ................................. Eyes will open

02-08-02, 06:48 PM	#1
Thunderball DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: In a place without the cursed couch Posts: 20,584	Just DSL, now a few questions... Any programs that are "MUST DOWNLOADS" to help with the connection? Is there anyway I can set up my DSL like I had my Dialup set up, so I dont' have to use the Earthlink software? Thanks! __________________ If people had followed my guidelines their wouldn't be any fluff. It was supposed to be just lists and no discussions, but I guess I was expecting too much for DVD Talkers. -Josh Hinkle

02-08-02, 07:05 PM	#2
The DVD List Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Middle Of Nowhere Posts: 137	Make sure you go to DSL reports (http://www.dslreports.com) and run the speed tests. They will tell you if you're getting close to "advertised" speeds out of your DSL connection. They also have a section dedicated to tweaking settings if your connection isn't up to speed. You should be able to set your DSL connection in your browser just like you did a dial-up account and bypass the software your provider would like you to use. Edited to add: Don't forget to get yourself a firewall!! For a decent free one, I'd recommend Zone Alarm. Jeff __________________ My DVD Collection I think it's time for a screen name change!!!! Last edited by The DVD List; 02-08-02 at 07:45 PM.

02-08-02, 07:42 PM	#3
Thunderball DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: In a place without the cursed couch Posts: 20,584	Thanks, my speed looks about what Earthllikn was promising __________________ If people had followed my guidelines their wouldn't be any fluff. It was supposed to be just lists and no discussions, but I guess I was expecting too much for DVD Talkers. -Josh Hinkle

02-08-02, 08:26 PM	#5
Sonicflood DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: May 2001 Location: In my Home Theater- Foley, AL Posts: 3,496	I'll second the use of Zone Alarm firewall software!!! I've been using the free version for about a year and it's GREAT!!! Get it here: Zone Labs __________________

02-08-02, 08:55 PM	#6
Thunderball DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: In a place without the cursed couch Posts: 20,584	actually I already HAVE a firewall. Norton's. __________________ If people had followed my guidelines their wouldn't be any fluff. It was supposed to be just lists and no discussions, but I guess I was expecting too much for DVD Talkers. -Josh Hinkle

02-08-02, 07:47 PM	#4
twikoff DVD Talk God Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Right Behind You!!! Posts: 79,337	if you have more then one computer at that house.. or ever bring a laptop home a cable/dsl router is a great investment for connection sharing as well as setting up a home network

02-08-02, 09:26 PM	#8
zuffy DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Region 1 Posts: 16,124	WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Get to the newsgroup and start downloading porns!!!

02-09-02, 01:56 AM	#10
olie029 DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huh? Wha? Posts: 1,251	You must learn much young one!!! http://easynews.com/ be one with the DSL ................................. Eyes will open __________________ Dr. Phil- "You don't need a wing and a prayer to touch yourself and giggle"