External dialup modem instructions for Maverick

[Richard Owlett]

Robert Holtzman wrote:
> On Sat, Dec 18, 2010 at 12:46:03PM -0600, Richard Owlett wrote:
>> Help me escape from Windows(tm) ;/
>> I have a fine external modem connected via RS232 on Com1.
>> I wish to connect to internet.
>> *HOW?*
>>
>> https://help.ubuntu.com/community etc sends one in spirals and is
>> evidently dated.
>>
>> https://help.ubuntu.com/8.04/serverguide/C/network-configuration.html
>> states:
>> "... Many more configurations are possible, including dialup PPP
>> interfaces, IPv6 networking, VPN devices, etc. Refer to man 5
>> interfaces  for more information and supported options. ..."
>> *NO* link given for man page(s) :<
>
> Why would you need a link for the man pages? Have you never called up a
> man page? Screw up your courage and type "man 5 interfaces".

*DUH* ;/
I use a program which has its man pages available both locally 
and on the web. Forgot where I was.

>
> Oh, damn! On a hunch I just looked at your headers and found you're
> running Windows. That raises some questions.
>
> 1. Do you have Linux on your computer? If so, do what I said.
> 2. If you don't have Linux, install it as a dual boot, then do what I
> said. Note, I didn't say the man page would be useful to you. You would
> be better off with an Ubuntu book, assuming that's what you are/will be
> running.
>