I`m I on line?

[andreadebiase]

hi,
I just got my DSL connection and I was wondering if I am on line when the browser is off. Basically when i activate internet explorer i go directly on line without any warning so i was wondering if the connection goes off when i turn the browser off or if it stays up.

[PrntRhd]

Load a personal firewall program, the monitor in the system tray will tell you when traffic is coming in or out. Zone Alarm, Sygate, Kerio are all good ones.

[Bullman]

If I understand correctly, a DSL connection is always on. Like you said it gives no warning, so it is a good idea to run a firewall to keep out unwanted lurkers. I am just going to get DSL in the near future, so if i'm off base someone will let us know.

[Budfred]

Certain DSL types are always on and your's certainly sounds like that type. I have a "dialup" DSL which allows me only 2 hours online and then I have to disengage and redial in. It isn't truly ever disconnecting, but it doesn't have access unless I dial in. If your's is instant, it is always on....

[roy67ss]

Part of my dsl modem installation, and probably most, there is a program added to the programs list as well as a tray icon that tells you when it is on. I can disconnect and reconnect at any time by choosing appropriately at the program options menu. You can also stop it from starting at boot-up by unchecking it at the start menu in system configuration.

[andreadebiase]

mhhh..I cant really tell unless I turn off the modem :D by the way i have the verizon dsl service! seems great!