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pppoeconf:
To connect to broadband internet provided by your ISP, you need "pppoeconf". This is a simple interface to configure and make a connection. Type pppoeconf on the terminal.

ADSL PPPoE Internet Connection Settings

Network Manager:
PPPoE settings can also be done using "Network Manager".
System-Administration->Network





gnome-ppp:
For a dial-up connection using phone line, install "gnome-ppp".



usbadslmodemmanager:
For connecting through a USB ADSL modem, install "usbadslmodemmanager".



usbadslmodemmanager

Proxy Settings:
System->Preferences->Network Proxy



Advanced Configuration:
Command Line Network Configuration

Network Tools:
System->Administration->Network Tools