A:AnswerYou can connect directly to your computer with an ethernet cable. However this device is not a router so it only has one port. If you want to connect even one more item you will either need to disconnect the computer or get a router. You can buy refurbished Dlink wireless routers on ebay for about $12 with free shipping, so it can be pretty inexpensive.
A:AnswerYes, but you need a router. I have MagicJack VOIP. It connects via an ethernet cable, so you need one dedicated hard wired port. This device only has one port, so you need a router to add devices.
A:AnswerI bought this and the installer said it is compatible BUT if you want to use the Triple Play (phone as well as TV and internet) it is not supported for phone.