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I am new to Linux and would like to use 650dialupcom for my ISP. would anyone help a new guy set up a dialer for an ISP like this? also, does anyone have experience with ?

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For : dialup on Linux is just PPP wrapped in a few user-friendly tools. Most setups use one of three approaches: NetworkManager (desktop GUI), wvdial (simple automatic dialer), or pppd/pppconfig (manual, scriptable). The ISP must supply the dial-in number, username, password and the auth type (PAP/CHAP). Also confirm the modem is a true hardware modem or a Linux-compatible USB serial modem; many Windows "winmodems" will not work.

A minimal wvdial workflow:

  • Verify the modem device appears (example devices: /dev/ttyS0 or /dev/ttyUSB0) and check kernel messages with dmesg or lsusb.
  • Install wvdial (package is commonly named wvdial) and create /etc/wvdial.conf with the ISP phone, credentials and modem device.
  • Launch with wvdial and monitor logs (/var/log/syslog or journalctl) for connection errors.

Example /etc/wvdial.conf (replace values with your ISP info):

[Dialer Defaults]
Modem = /dev/ttyUSB0
Phone = 5551234
Username = user@example.com
Password = secret
Baud = 115200
Stupid Mode = 1

If the connection fails, check: correct device, modem initialization strings, authentication method, and whether the modem is a soft/winmodem. For deeper detail on wvdial and PPP configuration see the Debian WvDial page (WvDial - Debian Wiki) and the classic PPP HOWTO (PPP-HOWTO).

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