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An external modem connects to a computer using which port?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
When a serial port is used by an external modem the serial port is called the?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
Are cable modems usually connected to a serial port?
Yes and no. They are often connected to network controller cards. However, many do connect to USB sockets too. Most cable modems have cables for both types of sockets.
Can A modem can be internal (in the computer) or external (outside the computer).?
Yes, modems can be both internal and external.
Why are external modems more expensive than internal devices?
An internal modem consists of a card that is installed in the computer, it has no additional wires or hardware. An external modem is more expensive to produce because, in addition to the card, there is the plastic housing that contains it, indicator lights, and cables to connect it to your computer.
An external modem connects to a computer using which port?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
When a serial port is used by an external modem the serial port is called the?
In the past external modems connected to the COM (or serial) port. However, most modern external hardware is USB these days, modems are no exception.
What are the two kinds of modem?
Modems come in two varieties :Internal modems are the modems that are fixed within the computer.External modems are the modems that are connected externally to a computer as other peripherals are connected.
External dial-up modems are usually connected to a?
On the telephone side, they are usually connected via a telephone cable to a wall telephone walljack. On the computer side they usually connected via a serial cable to the computer's serial port. Serial ports can have either 9 pin or 25 pin connectors, and so are often confused with parallel ports, which also can have 25 pin connectors.
Are cable modems usually connected to a serial port?
Yes and no. They are often connected to network controller cards. However, many do connect to USB sockets too. Most cable modems have cables for both types of sockets.
How do you connect wireless adapter to modem with wireless capability?
Usually wireless adapters can be connected to computers not to modems.
A serial port can hook up devices such as external modems and label printers What is this port usually called?
COM
Are modems always an external component?
yes
Different types of internal and external modems?
Internal modems are installed directly on a computer's motherboard, providing a compact solution for connectivity, while external modems connect via USB or other ports and often offer more flexibility and portability. Internal modems can be found as PCI or PCIe cards, whereas external modems typically include DSL, cable, and dial-up types. External modems are often easier to replace and upgrade, while internal modems may offer lower latency. Both types serve the same fundamental purpose of enabling internet access, but their installation and usage contexts differ significantly.
Can A modem can be internal (in the computer) or external (outside the computer).?
Yes, modems can be both internal and external.
Is there such a thing as a external 3G modern?
Yes. Both of my 3G Windows phones will act as external modems.
How can you configure your modem with the router?
Usually modems do not require any configuration. But your router has to configures to get external IP from a DHCP server or whatever your internet provider is using.
