This document provides steps to connect a Reliance NetConnect USB modem (HUAWEI EC1260) to the internet in Ubuntu 10.04. It includes prerequisites of having Ubuntu 10.04 installed and an available USB port. The steps are to open NetworkManager, add a mobile broadband connection, select service provider as Reliance, enter authentication information including APN, username and password, and configure PPP settings. Once the USB modem is plugged in, internet access should be available.