Does Verizon DSL work with Linux (Verizon reps gave me different answers)?

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morgothaod

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1 told me yes, 1 told me no, and 1 told me she thought so. I don't know who to believe. I have Ubuntu 10.04.

The Verizon DSL that I want to get is the 1 mb (cheapest one). I have 2 computers (1 with Ubuntu and 1 with Windows 95) that I would like to share the internet. They are in 2 different buildings that are next to each other. Could I use a router and a cable to make them both get internet? The rep told me "No." But I think she was lying. She said it was not possible because of the phone jack.

If it is possible, what router will work with these 2 operating systems?
 
Unless you need a special driver (IE using some kind of special card to connect) that Linux doesn't have drivers for, it'll work fine.
 
Just a warning, Windows 95 has very few security features. Malicious software that is on certain websites will likely tear the operating system apart. It was an operating system that was designed when security risks were not what they are now. It is not a good operating system to use for the Internet in my opinion.

I would get Windows 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7 if you want to use a Microsoft operating system for Internet use.
 
2048, I don't know who that was aimed at but I don't think you can use 95 or 98 anymore if you want to use youtube and some others as they require a browser that will not work on those OS's anymore.
 
Hello MyCattMaxx. Read Morgothaod's original post. He said he had a computer that he wanted to use for Internet with Windows 95. I agree with you. It is a very outdated operating system that is not good for Internet.
 
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