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Subject: Re: [motm] Re: 2 new Cloud demos w/'expander'

From: groovyshaman <groovyshaman@...>
Date: 2007-09-04

ac wrote:
> Ethernet is a really really bad idea for anybody who intends to travel
> or tour with the module.
> Having to carry around a hub and/or something to DHCP an IP to it, plus
> ethernet cables would all be a huge PITA.

Sorry not buying it.

Static IP via front panel controls -> no need for DHCP
crossover cable -> no need for hub/switch
Ethernet cables -> not bigger pain in the ass than USB cables
Ethernet == OS agnostic
Ethernet cables == longer distance than USB
USB == specific device drivers for Linux, Winbloze, OSX, ...
USB == potential ground issues

1st choice == Ethernet.

George