-> JK> I'm looking at ordering a SupraFAX modem for my BBS, but now
-> JK> that this
-> JK> 56K deal is coming along, should I wait on buying this modem?
->
-> No.  The 56k stuff requires some sort of fancy hardware on the ISP's
-> side to  work properly... (you can only download at 56k, uploads are
-> at 33.6). And  considering the number of people who never see 33.6,
-> i am doubtfull that one  would see many 56k connects.
I believe it just said the ISP needed a direct, digital connect,
while the end user just needs a phone line (POTS).  Back in the days of
the 2400 bps modem, naysayers said a 9600 bps modem was "impossible",
yet it happened, then they said no to 14,400 bps and it happened, then
they said anything higher without a digital (ie. ISDN) line wasn't
possible....and low & behold 28,800 bps....and then 33.6K....and then...
Never say never with computer stuff, it changes too quickly.
Where there's a will (to make money) there's a way. ;-)
I'd like to hear a Supra Rep. (in one exists in this echo)
to give their position on the 56K issue.  Question is, will
it be made available from Supra?  And if so, will the current
modems be upgradable via software or hardware upgrade or will
it require a whole new modem?  What is the Supra timetable on this?
Thanks.  .....Jim
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