dsl modem

bought buffalo router( suppose to be highly rated). can anyone recommend good, reliable dsl modem?

Specific models of DSL modems may be required by your ISP. Check with them first before making a purchase

Xnarg said: You might be able to talk them into giving you a free modem, too.

I personally prefer for the ISP to provide the modem even if it costs a bit more. That cuts out the majority of the finger-pointing when there is a problem.

This is often true, but for a while Qwest
was using some really crappy Action-Tec modems that were a lot more trouble than
just getting a decent modem on your own. The current modem we have at work from Qwest
works fine, and the $5 a month charge is
worth it in case it needs to be replaced.

Several years ago, I helped my Dad set up high speed internet with Comcast. I decided to get a Linksys modem, wireless router, and
wireless card for his desktop. At the time, I was advised to get all three from the same company to get the best results, so I
chose Linksys. The three worked flawlessly for many years, and Comcast's tech support never had a problem dealing with the
Linksys modem. At one point the internet connection wasn't working right, and Comcast figured out that they needed to replace the
wire from the street to the house.