Im getting a alcatel adsl modem 1.5mbps

[dvaneck]

Hi Has anyone ever heard of a alcatel adsl modem?
pac bell is putting one in for free in a couple of days. and what should I do to get the most out of it. those 250 + pings on 56k got old fast

[Snowman]

Alcatel is one of the companies who makes the "DSLAM" equipment in the central offices of your local Telco for ADSL. They also make numerous other telco products for various uses. From my knowledge, very reputible company.