Kubuntu and USB to DSL Modem

[David Vincent]

Willis wrote:

 > my windows/Kubuntu unit is connected via the
 > USB connection.

> My problem is that I am not hooked up to the network on 
> the kubuntu through the USB. 

> What must I do to solve my problem and use the Kubuntu 
> via the USB connection or is it even possible?

I thought this was your problem?

>> sudo apt-get install linux-restricted-modules ?
>>
>> does ubuntu see your usb device?
>>
>> lsusb
>> ifconfig
>> iwconfig
>>
>> what do those return?

> I'm sorry, the Ubuntu machine, computer #2 is connected to the ADSL 
> modem via the NIC.  Computer #1 is connected via the USB and works great 
> in the WindowsXP but I'm moving away from MS software.

Kubuntu is installed on the harddrive and you're not booting from LiveCD 
are you?

Ok, I saw your reply to Nils with the output from lsusb, now try 
ifconfig and iwconfig.  Do you see ath0 or wifi0 or anything like that? 
  Now run the other command I sent, it will install some drivers (and 
hopefully ask for the cd to do it since you don't have Internet atm) 
which may make the USB device work so reboot and try it all again.  Then 
report back for more help!

-d