how do i get windows-based modem to work in ubuntu / linux if it's a novatel wireless u760?

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how do i get a windows-based modem to work in ubuntu / linux if it's a novatel wireless u760?

it works on my dell laptop with windows vista.

i can access the internet only through the modem.

ubuntu can see it, but doesn't know what it is, except that it's a novatel usb modem thingy from bell.

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peter (peterkarlladage) said :
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Solved:I GUSSED AT THE USER AND PASSWORD AND GOT LUCKY.