Okay, this is where things get a little bit hairier: The configuration of MacPPP.
Again, if you've used the VCS installation disk you can go back to plucking nose hairs or
something. 
PPP Server Name
The name of the server. You can put anything you want in here 'cause it doesn't really
matter.
Port
Technically, you can attach your modem to your Mac via your printer port, although I
can't see why anyone would bother. This control just lets you clue the Mac in as to which
port you're using.
Port Speed
This is the speed at which your Mac interfaces with your modem. On earlier modems, this
was also the speed of the connection itself. If your modem is a 14.4 or faster, set it to
38700 or higher. Otherwise, set this to your modem speed (ie. 2400 for a 2400 modem, 9600
for a 9600 modem).
Handshaking
This is the method used by the two modems to communicate vital modem messages between
each other (BEEP). If you have a 14.4 modem or faster, set this to "CTS Only".
You could also set it to RTS/CTS but can cause problems occasionally (like sudden
disconnects during long downloads) so I recommend CTS Only. Otherwise, turn it off.
Tone/Pulse Dial
This is the type of phone line you have. If you use a rotary phone (ie. the phone makes
little clicky sounds when you dial (rotary phones do not necessarily have actual dials))
then set this to "pulse". Most people, however, have "tone" lines and
should set this accordingly.
Phone Number
This one should be blindingly obvious.
Modem Init
What the Mac uses to wake up your modem. Under most conditions it is safe to leave it
set to AT&F1 (Translation: Attention modem. Come out with your hands behind your head.
This is the Mac speaking. You have the right to make annoying shrieking noises. Anything
else you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You also have the right
to use your default settings if you so choose.)
Timeout
When opening a connection, this is how long your Mac waits before it assumes something
has gone wrong and displays an alert message. Just leave it as-is.
Connect Script
A way of setting up complex login procedures that you don't have to worry about.
Authentication
Where you type in your username and password.There are a couple of other buttons in
this window but they are not anything most people will have to be concerned with.
