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This article has some basic information about dial-up internet access and how to set it up for use.
 
==Setting up==
To set up your computer for dial-up connection to the internet though NCF, please follow the step by step instructions below for the type of operating system you use:
To set up your computer for dial-up connection to the internet though NCF, please follow the step by step instructions below for the type of operating system you use:


* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectvista Windows Vista]
* [[Dial-up Connection Instructions for Puppy Linux|Puppy Linux]],
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectxp Windows XP]
* [[Dial-up Connection Instructions for Windows 10|Windows 10]], [[Dial-up Connection Instructions for Windows 8|Windows 8]], [[Dial-up Connection Instructions for Windows 7|Windows 7]], [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectvista Windows Vista], [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectxp Windows XP], [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectwin Windows 95, 98 and ME], [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connect2000 Windows 2000]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectwin Windows 95, 98 and ME]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectosx Mac OS X], [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectos9 Mac OS 9]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connect2000 Windows 2000]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectos9 Mac OS 9]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/connectosx Mac OS X]
* [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/linux Mandrake Linux]
* For setting up older computers using the text system, see [[FreePort]].
* For setting up older computers using the text system, see [[FreePort]].


'''Note:''' For NCF members who want to use Linux for dial-up, particularly on old computer hardware, [http://puppylinux.com/ Puppy Linux] supports dial-up very well right "out-of-the-box" for external modems.
'''Note:''' For NCF members who want to use Linux for dial-up, particularly on old computer hardware, [http://puppylinux.org/ Puppy Linux] supports dial-up very well right "out-of-the-box" for external modems.  
 
== What phone number do I use to dial into NCF? ==
 
Consult the yellow 'Quick Configuration Info' box at the top-right of this page.


== What equipment do I need? ==
== What equipment do I need? ==
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*a telephone line
*a telephone line


Your computer must have a jack for the phone line and a telephone modem. This was common on computers in the early 2000s, but later, as dial-up was displaced by higher speed broadband (eg., DSL), it has become less common and today it has become rare for a new computer to come with a dial-up modem as standard equipment. Be sure to inquire when you buy a new computer if you need dial-up access. An internally-mounted dial-up modem is usually inexpensive (perhaps $20). There are also external modems available that plug into a USB port and your computer. These are slightly more expensive (typically about $30), but very easy to install as they just plug into a USB outlet.
Your computer must have a jack for the phone line and a telephone modem. Dial up modems were common on computers in the early 2000s, but as dial-up has been largely displaced by high speed internet, dial-up modems have become less common and today are rare on new computers. Be sure to inquire when you buy a new computer if you need dial-up access. An internally-mounted dial-up modem is usually inexpensive (about $20). There are also external modems available that plug into a USB port on your computer. These are slightly more expensive (typically about $30), but very easy to install as they just plug into a USB outlet.


To browse the internet, you will need a web browser. These days all operating systems come with browsers installed, but alternate browsers are available for free, such as:
The [https://support.usr.com/support/product-template.asp?prod=5637 US Robotics model 5637] has been recommended as a good external modem for Linux, Mac and Windows versions except Windows 10. US Robotics has indicated that there is an issue with Windows 10 that prevents it from working with this modem.


*[https://www.google.com/chrome Google Chrome]
To browse the internet, you will need a [[web browser]]. These days all operating systems come with browsers installed, but alternate browsers are available for free, such as:
*[http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/fx/ Mozilla Firefox]
*[http://www.seamonkey-project.org/ Mozilla SeaMonkey]
*[http://www.opera.com/browser/ Opera]
*[http://www.srware.net/en/software_srware_iron_download.php SRWare Iron]


== How much connection time can I get? ==
{{Recommended browsers}}


NCF operates 276 modem lines, shared by members. Connection time is unlimited from midnight to noon, and unlimited from noon to midnight unless all modems become busy. If all modems become busy, total connection time for each user from noon to midnight may be limited, but will still be at least two hours per day.
== Does NCF offer high-speed access to the Internet? ==


<center>http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/support/peakTime.jpg</center>
Yes, NCF offers high-speed DSL and Cable internet access. DSL technology ('Digital Subscriber Line') gives you high-speed internet access over your existing telephone line. It is always on, without blocking your telephone and is up to 100 times faster than dial-up, enabling you to do new things on the internet, like watch videos. Similarly, cable internet uses cable TV infrastructure to provide high-speed internet. As of June 2024, NCF is beta testing fibre to the premises (FTTP) service and will offer this to members who have fibre infrastructure to their site.


During non-peak time, from midnight to noon, you may connect for as long as you like. In busy times, these connections may be limited to one hour at a
For more details, please see our [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/registration/dsl/index.jsp High Speed Internet Page] where you can also sign up.
time. You can also connect for five minutes at a time to get/send your email anytime.
 
== Does NCF offer high-speed access to the Internet? ==


Yes, NCF offers high-speed DSL internet access. DSL technology ('Digital Subscriber Line') gives you high-speed internet access over your existing telephone line. It is always on, without blocking your telephone and is up to 100 times faster than dial-up, enabling you to do new things on the internet, like watch videos.
==See also==
*[[Alternatives to DSL]]
*[[Tips for Dial-up]]


For more details, please see our [http://www.ncf.ca/ncf/registration/dsl/index.jsp DSL page] where you can also sign up.
==External links==
*[http://www.usr.com/en-support/windows-compatibility/ Windows version compatibility with USRobotics dial-up modems]


[[Category: Dial-up]]
[[Category: Dial-up]]

Latest revision as of 13:33, 21 June 2024

Dial-up Quick Configuration Info

NCF currently operates one pool of modems:

Phone Number   Max Users   Type
613-366-0013
   23   PPP or text

Please note that long distance charges may apply outside your local calling area.

This article has some basic information about dial-up internet access and how to set it up for use.

Setting up

To set up your computer for dial-up connection to the internet though NCF, please follow the step by step instructions below for the type of operating system you use:

Note: For NCF members who want to use Linux for dial-up, particularly on old computer hardware, Puppy Linux supports dial-up very well right "out-of-the-box" for external modems.

What equipment do I need?

You need:

  • a computer
  • a modem
  • a telephone line

Your computer must have a jack for the phone line and a telephone modem. Dial up modems were common on computers in the early 2000s, but as dial-up has been largely displaced by high speed internet, dial-up modems have become less common and today are rare on new computers. Be sure to inquire when you buy a new computer if you need dial-up access. An internally-mounted dial-up modem is usually inexpensive (about $20). There are also external modems available that plug into a USB port on your computer. These are slightly more expensive (typically about $30), but very easy to install as they just plug into a USB outlet.

The US Robotics model 5637 has been recommended as a good external modem for Linux, Mac and Windows versions except Windows 10. US Robotics has indicated that there is an issue with Windows 10 that prevents it from working with this modem.

To browse the internet, you will need a web browser. These days all operating systems come with browsers installed, but alternate browsers are available for free, such as:

Does NCF offer high-speed access to the Internet?

Yes, NCF offers high-speed DSL and Cable internet access. DSL technology ('Digital Subscriber Line') gives you high-speed internet access over your existing telephone line. It is always on, without blocking your telephone and is up to 100 times faster than dial-up, enabling you to do new things on the internet, like watch videos. Similarly, cable internet uses cable TV infrastructure to provide high-speed internet. As of June 2024, NCF is beta testing fibre to the premises (FTTP) service and will offer this to members who have fibre infrastructure to their site.

For more details, please see our High Speed Internet Page where you can also sign up.

See also

External links

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