On Tue, 1 Feb 2005 10:12:17 +0530, SeekingGyan linuxlinux@gmail.com wrote:

Hi all, MTNL is testing their broadband services across bombay. I have applied for it but they said it will take atleast 45 days to get a connection as they are still testing in other areas of the city. ... ( me based at borivli ) the engg was not aware about linux support but said they are using all standard and latest stuff ... has anyone tested it on linux ? More info on this service is here http://mumbai.mtnl.net.in/internetservices/adsl/triband.html

what if one uses more than 200 MB per month , the callcenter lady says they charge Rs.1.20ps per KB thereafter ..she is not clear If the speed for upstream data transfer is seperate from download. Most webpages are so high on graphics these days that 200 MB will be consumed in a Flash. they dont have toll free nos but if u want tech details call 22633827. Comments fromn existing users of Triband most welcome, especially regarding their billing's. What if ones account is cracked/misused ? she had no ans. for that too.

As far as adsl connection goes linux supports it without any problem

If you use redhat/fedora: /sbin/adsl-setup Graphic: system-configure-network

If Debian/Knoppix ppoe-conf

Suse: YAST

should help you get connected

Derwyn