<P>The 3Com USB Network Interface is an out-of-the-box network connection solution that takes advantage of the new USB (Universal Serial Bus) on PCs. Now you can get a network connection--without opening up your PC and installing a conventional network interface card (NIC). The USB Network Interface works with all PCs equipped with a USB port and Windows 98 operating system. </P><P> Everything you need to get started is included in one box. The 3Com USB Network Interface comes complete with a USB cable, which plugs into the USB port at the back of your PC, laptop, or notebook; and an RJ-45 socket to attach a standard UTP or STP cable for a 10BASE-T Ethernet connection. You also get an easy-to-follow guide that takes you through the simple point-and-click installation steps so you can be up and running--within minutes. </P><P> The 3Com USB Network Interface is completely compatible with standard 10BASE-T Ethernet. It provides the user with an assured high-speed (10 Mbps) connection between PCs--and all the benefits of Ethernet networking. </P><P> Although the USB Network Interface is an external device, you won t have to rearrange your desktop to make it fit--it s extremely compact. Plus, the USB Network Interface draws its power from the USB port on your PC so there s no clutter of extra power cords and plugs. </P>