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Blystrefyre
02-16-2006, 05:35 PM
I was thinking about getting a Pocket PC but (searching online) I cannot figure out how they connect to the internet with my online service.

I have Verizon Online DSL and of course use a modem and ethernet cable connecting into the 10/100 base of my desktop PC.

I know that Pocket PCs have wireless and Bluetooth capabilites.

Do today's Pocket PCs not have a 10/100 ethernet port built into them? How would I get online with my Verizon Online DSL?

Does it have to be a wireless setup?

Maybe I am missing something that is very obvious :x

Thanks for any clarification. :)

Midknyte
02-16-2006, 06:15 PM
no they don't. the whole point is to be MOBILE. why would anyone want to be tethered down by a cable? it's just not good business sense to add an ethernet port

Servo888
03-01-2006, 06:54 PM
no, they don't have ethernet ports; though you can buy compact flash based network cards for 20 or so dollars.

whyzeeguy
03-01-2006, 10:30 PM
Newer Pocket PCs are high speed (EVDO/HSDPA) cellular capable with various memory options, blue tooth, IR, WiFi and hot cradle capabilities. How much more connectivity would you need?