On 12-05-97  15:00, Michael Sharon typed to Dave Lyle:
 MS> I see. However, considering that my co-workers, (all who are from
 MS> different localities), as well as all those from this echo who've
 MS> tried the test, seem to indicate that they too received the same or
 MS> similar type of response. Then you have those who have 56K modems who
 MS> can't connect at 56K no matter what they do...
The USR line test told me that my phone line would support x2. This
proved to be true. While I can't connect at 56K, I can and do connect to
the Internet at 46-48K all the time. Probably my local POTS line is the
limiting factor; I could never get 28K connections with the 28.8 modem I
had before I got the x2. Anyhow, downloads are more fun at 48K than at
24K.
 MS> Therefore, I would have to say that the outlook for x2 isn't that
 MS> lucrative? And, if it is, you can expect some performance
 MS> difficulties?
My guess would be that it is already quite lucrative for USRobotics. 
 MS> Possibly in time, just like many of the other technological
 MS> advancements we've witnessed in our time, x2 will be just another walk
 MS> in the park.
You are undoubtedly right, Michael, so why not enjoy the stroll while it
while it lasts? :)
Now just to be sure we are on-topic, I think x2/56K is the way for most
of us to go if we are in the market for a new modem because it seems to
me that the price has been dropping steadily since it's introduction.
ttyl,
Dave
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