Bear said:The 56K Modem is useful for faxing. And not everyone has access ro ADSl yet in the US (and other countries.)
Also, depending on the ADSL provider is what format ADSL modem/adapter you would need - there are at least 2 or 3 standards in use in the US alone, never mind the rest of the world might be using. It's not a can of worms that a computer manufacturer wants to get into. And what happens if someone moves and they have to switch providers to one using a different standard?
Point taken about the different types of ADSL. Have never had any success with the Mac fax. I find the phone fax more reliable.
I only got BBand about a month a go my self due to location. What a difference! Those of you without access to an ADSL connection get intouch with you local provider and give them an ear bashing. One voice can be ignored 1000's can't. Power to the people!