Ideally, that machine would have no network connection (as it would be a prime break-in target), and be reported to via null-modem serial cable only.

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All this with no compromises to battery or weight - Kindle Fire HD combines the most power-efficient LTE chipset available with a custom-designed 4G wireless modem that's only 2.2 mm thin.

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Mr Bayrou's new Democratic Movement (MoDem) looks somewhat isolated with only three seats.

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Narrowband (dial-up modem) users can access audio content only.

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Both factors contributed to cementing our confidence that we could not only explore the Internet on our own, but do so quickly and without the screeching sound of a telephone modem.

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