On Tue, Aug 14, 2001 at 04:40:40PM -0400, Eileen Orbell wrote: | Hi, | | What is the simplest, compatible network card I should purchase for a | new Debian install? Thanks in advance
Most cards should work. The key is to find out what chipset the card is based on and from that you can determine which kernel module to use. I have a couple of Linksys LNE100TX cards (tulip) that work fine. I also have a NetGear EA201 (ISA NE2000 clone) that also works fine. I have heard that rtl8139 cards work as well. Pick a cheap card -- if you pay more than $20USD you are getting ripped off. If you get the card during a sale you can get it for as low as $10USD (the last Linksys I got was $10). If you find a card you think you want, feel free to email back and check on its usability. HTH, -D
