As cellular network operators to begin to tell handset makers to design an Ethernet-style interface into their products, OEMs are forced to choose between taking the expensive route of redesigning their handset hardware or trying to find a reliable and transferable off-the-shelf software driver to satisfy operator requiremenst.
The MCCI® PPP LAN (Point-to-Point LAN) driver solves this problemsupports connections to fast, contemporary cellular networks and it leverages the existing modem connection, while presenting a familiar user interface to the end user.The benefits of using MCCI PPP LAN driver software are many:
- The cellular network connection shows up in the Network Adapters section in Windows Device Manager.
- This gives PC users an interface they recognize.
- The connection is “Always On.”
- If the connection is dropped or lost, the MCCI PPP LAN driver automatically attempts to re-establish the connection.
- The MCCI PPP LAN driver automatically configures and dials once the mobile handset is connected, providing a much better user experience.
- The MCCI PPP LAN driver provides the ability to independently set the TCP window size, reducing performance issues.
- The default setting is 60KB — much too large for slow connections. Use PPP LAN to change the setting and avoid bottlenecks at the modem.
- MCCI PPP LAN technology applies directly to mobile handset vendors’ legacy platforms.
- No need for firmware upgrades.
Known issues found with Windows:
- TAPI and dial-up networking on various Windows operating systems are eliminated.
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For example, without PPP LAN, if a dial- up networking session is active while the user is entering or resuming from a suspend, the modem comes back but the TAPI line device is missing.