usb modem on linux?

[heysteve]

Hi,

I want to set up an old linux box as a router connected to my adsl modem.
Only problem is that I am using an USB modem (stupid purchase I know.)

If I could somehow make the USB modem (Microcom Deskporte USB ADSL) appear to be an ethernet interface then it would be easy. From there I would just just RP-PPPoE client and IPTABLES for routing.

Do I have a chance or should I just throw the USB modem away and buy an ethernet modem?

Thanks

 

[bb_matt]

It's supported - look at the bottom of this page :-

http://www.microcom-ce.com/en/page28.asp?prod=2

Supported OS

* Windows 3.11, 9X, ME,NT, 2000, XP
* Unix a Linux
* Mac OS

I would give it a try with IPCop or Smoothwall !