How Can You Make a 56K Modem Run Faster?

Disabling compression on a 56K modem can improve speed.

Those who use dial-up services to connect to the Internet likely have a 56K modem. While these modems are used less now than earlier thanks to the availability of faster Internet connections, there are still many people who use 56K modems to connect to the Internet. While 56k modems will not work as quickly as cable or DSL modems, you can disable the compression on a 56k modem to improve its performance and make it run a little faster.

Instructions

1. Click the "Start" button on your computer. Select "Control Panel."

2. Click "Hardware and Sound." Select "Phone and Modem Options." A new window will open.

3. Choose the "Modems" tab. A list of modems to which your computer is connected will appear. Click on the 56K modem you want to run faster and click "Properties."

4. Select the "Advanced" tab, and click "Change Default Preferences."

5. Select the "Data Connection Preferences" tab. Click "Disabled" under the "Compression" section. Click "OK." A new window will open.

6. Click "OK." Your 56K modem will now run faster.

References

• NetZero: Disable Modem Compression

Resources

• Burks: Basic Modem FAQ