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    Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
    « on: June 01, 2005, 04:37:19 PM »
    Is there a difference between using ethernet or usb port connections for the internet as far as quality or speed are concerned ? And, do I have to let my provider know that I will be switching to ethernet from usb port?
    When hooking up a new computer to the internet via cable (ethernet), do I have to reconfigure anything? Or write down the present configuration?
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    Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
    « Reply #1 on: June 01, 2005, 06:09:45 PM »
    I JUST switched from USB to Ethernet, and notice no difference really... Also, it is NOT necessary to contact your ISP about how you will be connectiong... Hope this helps!  ;)  (Yay! I just hit 3,000 posts!)

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      Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
      « Reply #2 on: June 01, 2005, 08:23:34 PM »
      MarleneD..... You should only have to connect the cat 45 cable from the cable modem to the ethernet port in the tower .......then if you have a anti virus program installed ...open explorer and your up and running ....you will have to setup your mail account ( in outlook express ) just create a new account and use the same settings as you had on the other pc .

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      Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
      « Reply #3 on: June 02, 2005, 02:24:18 PM »
      The USB port has to share bandwith with other USB devices, the Network Interface Card does not.
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      Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
      « Reply #4 on: June 02, 2005, 02:58:05 PM »
      Marlene... I just now noticed something... I ran a Norton Live Update, and the download speed seemed faster... Just a thought...

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        Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
        « Reply #5 on: June 02, 2005, 08:32:31 PM »
        Thanks for the info y'all!  I just ordered a new computer and can't wait to set it up! I think it has 8 usb ports - that will be very helpful; no more plugging and unplugging stuff.
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        Re: Ethernet vs. usb port connection for internet
        « Reply #6 on: June 02, 2005, 09:26:29 PM »
        Thanks  ;)

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