This article will address how I increased the performance of my modem and Internet connection. Prior to implementing these changes, the best connection rate my 56k modem could achieve was 44,200 with downloads from a fast web-site of 5100bps. After I completed the following steps, my connection rate jumped up to 49,333 with downloads exceeding 7000bps. The first step is to identify the manufacturer and type of modem you have. If you purchased a name brand system, contact them if you have any doubts.
Most reputable manufacturers have drivers available for download on their web-site.
Just go slow and follow the instructions they provide you. The second step only pertains to Windows 95 users. Since Windows 95 was released, there have been several service releases. These are just updates or bug fixes that can be downloaded from Microsoft. We are only after two files today.