It's Dial-Up.
http://www.metconnect.com/
I discovered this service a long time ago when I got my first computer and broadband was not as widely available as it is now. I would suggest this service if you either cannot afford DSL/Cable internet connection, as a backup connection if your broadband connection shits out on you OR for an older family member who does not do any heavy downloading or power surfing on the internet and just needs to check email, I.M. chat and casual internet browsing.
1. All you will need is a Dial-up modem.
2. Phone service.
3. A phone line connected to your Dial-up modem.
4. Within Network Connections follow the New Connection Wizard, set up a internet connection manually and select the dial-up modem option and fill in the proper info.
5. MetConnect Access Numbers (Copy & Save #'s):
212-359-2000
347-562-0000
516-630-2000
631-236-0000
646-496-0000
845-727-9001
914-595-8001
Remember this is FREE service so don't get pissy if you get a busy signal, try another # or actually call the phone number before your computer dials up to see if you get an internet connection tone or a busy signal.
Within New York and corresponding area codes you will be charged as if you were making a regular phone call; it helps if you have an unlimited service so you won't get charged the length of time you've been using your phone line for this service. You can also set your connection (An option when you are up to of step 4 above) to disconnect when someone calls you. You can have them call your cell phone while you surf or suggest this to the person you are setting this up for.
If you're out of town then it will help if you have phone service with an unlimited regional/long distance service.
Most older computers usually have Dial-up modems by default. Because of high speed internet most new computers dont come with a Dial-up modem unless you request it.
If you already have a modem and never used it then you're not using it to its full potential cuz it doubles as a fax machine within your own computer (send & receiving). All you have to do is properly connect the phone line to your computer and enable the fax option within your operating system and learn how to use it. Please search online (Google) for the steps to achieve this.
Make sure you set this up right or forward this to your computer guy for further implementation. Dont blame my ass if you dont follow the step or do something wrong. I am open to answering any questions you may have about this.
DISCLAIMER: Please check and double check your voice services plan so you (or those you help) do not get charged insane fees with a "I think" mentality. Verify your phone plan and then start the above steps. I am in no way responsible for someone cutting corners and getting stuck with a huge phone bill.
