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Q: When using DSL or cable to connect to the internet an external modem is needed?
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How is it possible for a seemingly unintelligent device in IT terms to connect to the internet?

To connect to the internet you have to have 3 things. Internet account A connection to the internet (phoneline, cable modem, dsl, wireless) a program that will activate the port that is connected to the internet. If there is no physical connection to the internet (phone line, network cable, wireless card) then the 'seemingly unintelligent device) can not connect. What type of device is this? Is there a phoneline/network cable plugged into it? Is there wireless access capability on this device? Do you have Wireless internet at the site this device is at? Let me know, and I may be able to answer the question.


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How do you connect Internet to the Internet?

I have all the cables and stuff to connect the external modem to the internet, but the special cable does not fit in the regular phone cable in the back of the computer. Is their a special plug that you buy?


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The main function of the Ethernet external hard drive is to connect the internet between the modem and the computer. To be able to connect internet, you need an Ethernet cable.


How can you connect an Internet cable with an Internet cable?

To connect to the internet you need to first buy an internet connection. You must then plug your internet cable into a router. Finally you must have connection to the router from your PC, most computers will automatically connect to the internet if the hardware is in place.


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No. The PS3 can only have a wired connection with an ethernet cable. The only other connection that is possible is WiFi. The PS3 can only connect to the internet with WiFi or ethernet cable no other type connection is possible. You can not use the HDMI or USB port to connect the PS3 to the internet. I do not believe a router can be connected to the internet cable without a modem or that you can have cable internet without a modem


What is a device needed to to connect to the internet?

A modem, either cable or DSL, is needed from the Internet service provider. If a wireless connection is desired, a wireless router is needed. For a wired connection, an Ethernet connection is required.


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Do you have to have a telephone line to connect to the Internet?

No. There are other methods of connecting to the internet, such as cable internet and 3G.


What do you need to locate before you can connect to the internet?

To connect to the internet, you need a computer and the internet provider. The internet can be supplied through the cable, WiFi connection or the Modem.