The way computers still connect to the internet. Modems are not outdated, and they are not for dial-up. High speed connections such as broadband, DSL, and cable use modems. Even Wi-Fi adapters are modems! They are in no way obsolete.
I just got a new cable modem yesterday.
A Word Billy Roberts aka Bishy Knows Nothing About
Billy: Sir, What Is A Modem?
Teacher: PMSL
Students: You Are A Dumb Fuck Billy
A primitive and shitty device for accessing the Internet over a dialup (dialsuck) connection. If you're still using this, get a clue and upgrade to broadband.
I used to use a 28.8 kbps modem to access the Inernet. Now I use cable because I'm 1337.
another, some more.
Andre exclaimed, "Bring some modem hoes wit you to the bed."
Ancient device used to connect over phone lines.
yo man i just got a v.90 modem!! i'm 31337.