Remember "Internet-In-A-Box"?

[mfidelman at meetinghouse.net (Miles Fidelman)]

Stephen Satchell wrote:
> This goes back a number of years.  There was a product that literally 
> was a cardboard box that contained everything one needed to get 
> started on the Internet.  Just add a modem and a computer, and you 
> were on your way.  No fuss, no "learning curve".
>
> I'm beginning to think that someone needs to create a similar product, 
> but for IPv6 internet.  The Internet service providers would provide 
> the same sort of kit to get people started.  Just add a CSU/DSU (like 
> a cable modem) and a computer, and you are on your way.
>
These days, wouldn't that be a pre-loaded tablet or smartphone with 
internal cell card - generally delivered pre-configured, in a cardboard 
box? :-)

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