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Windows 98 will not work without the Second Edition Patch and is still not a preferred Operating System.

NOTE: Using an Ethernet Card is preferred over USB to connect the modem with the computer.

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Ethernet Cables

There are three common standards for network cable: Cat5 (category 5), Cat5e, and Cat6. Fortunately, they're so similar in design and function that they can be used interchangeably. Cat5 was the original standard; Cat5e and Cat6 are newer versions with better construction. A standard category 5 patch cable. Out of the three, We recommend Cat5e for its excellent cost/quality ratio.

Cat5e is most commonly sold in the form of patch cables, which have plugs pre-attached. They are available in a variety of colors and lengths. Crossover cables are a common variation of patch cables; they have an internal wiring scheme that is reversed at one end. Such cables are necessary for linking multiple hubs, connecting a cable modem to a hub, or connecting two computers directly to each other. Note, however, that you can accomplish the same thing by connecting a regular cable to an uplink port. (If you're confused, this probably doesn't apply to you.)

Making Your Own
For larger network installations, patch cables are often impratical because the plugs don't fit through small spaces and excess cable length is wasted. You can avoid these problems by using bulk cable, which comes in lengths of 100+ feet and does not have plugs attached. It's actually the same stuff as patch cables, but you can cut the perfect length for each application.

Standard RJ45 plugs.

Note: The maximum length for a single stretch of cable is 328 feet (100m).

Standard RJ45 plugs. Aside from the cable itself, you'll need a bag of RJ45 plugs. They look like RJ11 plugs (the kind used for phone lines), but they have more pins and are noticeably larger. RJ45 crimp tool.You'll also need a crimp tool, which is used to attach RJ45 plugs to the ends of the cable.

Here are a couple pictures of the Ethernet cabling diagrams.

This information was adapted from the Website Cablesense.com
http://www.cablesense.com/tutorials/cables/
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