Firmware is the name given to the set of programs that are an integral part of the operation of a computer's hardware. They enable to hardware to function properly and allow software to run on the hardware.
It is called firmware because it's not software not hardware as well
Allow it
To check the bootrom on your iPhone: Settings General About At the Bottom - Modem Firmware
its hardware that contains firmware
No. Firmware is a special piece of software on a device that controls it. The modem is considered only a hardware device.
Not yet
Depending on firmware version. Perform a factory reset and/or reload the firmware using a null modem cable. Latest firmware can be found at www.captiveworks.com
any wireless modem
mtn modem
Yes, you can use your iPhone as a modem for your laptop provided it has wireless technology.
Stinky cheese
I believe it should be able to work as a modem. Verizon wireless phones do. I guess you need drivers which will allow to access the phone as a modem.
it is considered both because the modem itself whether embedded or external is hardware and will contain firmware on a ROM chip that contains the protocols and instructions needed to format and convert data so that it can be transported over phone lines to a receiving modem. (p783 managing and maintaining your PC fifth edition)