I have Verizon DSL and the customer service and tech support both online and on the phone have been freaking useless. They don't know what they are talking about.
I have one computer, hooked up to DSL via a Westell 6100 Wirespeed Dual Connect. I have a second computer, in the same room, that I also want to be able to access the internet.
My primary computer is hooked into the modem via the USB connections. I keep reading that even with dual connect it is best to have a router. I GET THAT. But, that's not gonna happen for about a month or so. In the mean time...yes or no...can I hook up this second computer through the Ethernet connection that is also on the modem. If yes, will both computers be able to be online at the same time? Also, if yes, other than doing the network connection wizard (i have windows xp) anything else I need to do?
And when I do get a router, do I have to contact Verizon (oh god please no!) or can I just take care of everything myself?
2006-12-19
08:28:43
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