Hi All, I am rebuilding win 98, LibraNet view of Linux is not recommended here. Am also shopping for a new laptop, 300+ MHz, 4 gig + HD, checking for surprises, about experiences with installing Linux.Is the modem below, cool? http://www.computers4sure.com/product.asp?Productid=80973 Is it a winmodem? looking for the ultimate sniffer... Lamar