why Zyxel elite, not USR Courier?

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> > The subject says it all. Can you give me a few 
> > arguments why bying a Zyxel Elite (no ISDN) than
> > an USR Courier?
> 
> Hmmmm, both modems have their advantages and disadvantages.
> 
> For DATA, I'd say the USR is better than the ZyXEL, 'cause it's more
> robust.

and faster if you consider 33k6 and 31k2. (however, at the same line, I
haven't seen many differences but that's another story)

> For VOICE, someone from the voice camp has to comment on the USR drivers.
> ZyXEL VOICE works fine.
> 
> In general, the ZyXEL has more nice features, but the USR may be a bit
> more stable for day-to-day use with mostly data calls.

I would add, although initially the (no ISDN) was displayed, that the E2864
can be upgraded with a single board swap inside the modem. it can be done by
yourself. 

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