Hi Guys,
I plan to get a broadband line.

In SNG, we have 2 options - ADSL and Cable.
For some reasons I prefer to use ADSL.

Which is easy to setup under linux - ADSL Ethernet modems or ADSL USB modems?

Also which is better in terms of speed - ethernet or USB?

Is there a link that explains how to go about choosing modems for Linux and setting up, as I will buy from an auction site.

P.S: I am very bad at networking :-(

ethernet alll the way. having a generic network device that you just configure via a built in web server is always preferable in my world. no farting baout with usb drivers or anything. Having said that i believe common devices like the thompson speedtouch 330 is quicte well supported. but why bother even finding out if you can use a standard ethernet connection instead?

A modem with an ethernet connection will be easier to configure and no need to worry about USB modules. You will also need to check with your ISP for compatable modems.

Ethernet, by far. Plug it in, run adsl-setup, and then connect with adsl-start.

Just make sure that it isn't one of those ethernet-based modems with a built-in firewall/connection software. I've had enormous problems convincing those things to stay connected and not use dial-on-demand, the net result being that friends call me for tech. support because their computer takes too long to connect to the internet, or doesn't connect at all.

As for what kind specifically to buy, just about any ADSL modem should work with your ISP's service. It's a standardised technology. I'm using an Alcatel SpeedTouch Home, which has since been discontinued. It's rated for a stable 8mbit/s, and handles my 3mbit connection with ease. (It's basically the same as an Alcatel SpeedTouch 610i, except without the built-in firewall capabilities)