hi,
i am new to linux and i want to use internet on linux but i dont know how to confiqure a modem and how to make a dial up.

does it need to have a driver for modem in linux, if yes then plz tell me from where can i get it and kindly let me know how to make a dial up and how to connect to internet on linux... my modem is "compaq microcom 415 56k speakerphone modem pnp" and i am using Linux Rat hat 9....

and can u tell me how to play an audio songs in linux
i have been trying to play mp3s in linux but non of the linux player is playing it kindly tell me how to make it work...

i am waiting for any replay......
thx....

knowledgeseeker; go to ur os manual &
the howto,s at http://tldp.org/HOWTO/HOWTO-INDEX
on modems & midi sections for information on howto. lots of helpful information and guidance with how to.
I USE IT all the time!