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How does USB Modem software differ from other programs like PDAnet?

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How does USB Modem software differ from other programs like PDAnet?

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Technically speaking, USB Modem implements USB CDC ACM protocol, while PDANet uses ActiveSync to transfer data over USB. In practice that means that USB Modem does not require ActiveSync and supports not only Windows but also Linux and Mac OS X (including Leopard) desktop operation systems. As for Bluetooth connection, technically there is no difference. • Does USB Modem support Mac Wi-Fi Internet Sharing? Yes, it does. Using the built-in Airport wireless networking and the “internet sharing” system preference you can share the USB Modem/Treo connection (both Bluetooth and USB) at the same time on two Mac computers. First, make sure the “host” is connected to the internet via USB Modem and the PDA. Second, open System Preferences on the host MacBook Pro and choose “Sharing”. Select enable Internet sharing, and choose the connection, and the method of sharing (Airport). See this Wi-Fi Internet Sharing screenshot. Then on the “guest” MacBook Pro that wants to share the internet connectio