A network appliance is provided having a network controller subsystem for coupling the appliance to a data network for providing and receiving data packets to and from a packet data network. An instruction stream is executed by a processor. The eyewear includes a frame shaped to fit a wearer’s face, one or two lenses mounted in the frame, and a temple bracket mounted on each side of the frame. This collar strap attachment mechanism does not require the strap to be looped through any openings so removing the clasp of the strap is unnecessary.