what do I need to run 2 computers from my broadband can anyone help me plz
2006-07-04 08:31:09 · 12 answers · asked by puzzled 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
Use a broadband router, plug both PCs into it, hey presto!
2006-07-04 08:34:22 · answer #1 · answered by purple_duck_uk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to create a LAN (Local Area Network). I know that you need a router, such as the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router (Model No. WRT54G) - about $75 1-1/2 years ago. A cable connects one of the computers to the router.I believe that they're on Version 5 now.
You also need a modem to connect by cable to one of them. I have cable, and I believe that you are referring to Broadband DSL. Your DSL provider loaned you one if you are not using an internal one.
You can tell that I'm not an expert, but I know a couple of them. Good luck on finding a bigger geek than I.
Jeff
2006-07-04 08:46:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Connect the broadband modem directly to a broadband router or wireless router such as the Linksys WRT54G series. Then you connect your computers to the router either via wires or wireless, and they can all be online at the same time, sharing the router's connection to the internet.
2006-07-04 08:36:13 · answer #3 · answered by agentdenim 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-10 04:31:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a router provided by BT. I just plug one into the USB port and one in the ethernet port. I've never used the the wireless router provided later, but you can run several machines from that.
2006-07-04 08:43:44 · answer #5 · answered by stormsurfer_is_me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use a router at you main point of internet access and then connect the 2 pc to this, or buy a wireless router with wireless recievers to save the wires
2006-07-04 08:35:35 · answer #6 · answered by carolyn s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Belkin router between my sons computer which is in his bedroom, and mine, which is downstairs, and the only time we have trouble is, if I'm downloading and he's playing football on line at the same time, otherwise no probs.
2006-07-04 08:48:33 · answer #7 · answered by voddybabe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using a router on broadband and/or wireless home networks
A network router is a small electronic device that allows you build a home network simply. The home router serves as the core or "centerpiece" of the network to which computers, printers and other devices can be connected. Networking with a router helps you to (for example):
* share files between computers
* share an Internet connection between computers
* share a printer
* connect your game console or other home entertainment equipment to the Internet
Related articles:
* Connecting Two Home Computers
Installing a Network Router
Network routers receive their power from an ordinary home electrical socket. When powered on, LED lights signify the unit is operating.
Network routers must be carefully configured when they are first installed.
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Like computers and other devices on the home network, routers must be set up with IP addresses. Routers also offer optional (but strongly recommended) security features.
Routers contain built-in software to enable setup. You access this software through your Web browser on any computer connected to the router.
* More - How To Set Up a Router
Connecting Computers to a Router
The most basic use of a network router involves file sharing (copying files) between multiple computers. You do not technically need a router to set up file sharing (or a home network), but using a router greatly simplifies the task, especially when three or more computers are involved.
Home routers provide connection points (called "ports" or "jacks") for you to connect computers with Ethernet cables. Plug one end of the cable into the router and the other into the computer's Ethernet network adapter. Wireless routers alternatively allow computers to connect via WiFi technology, if the computer possesses a WiFi network adapter.
* More - Wireless Router Network Diagram
* More - Wired / Ethernet Router Network Diagram
Connecting an Internet Modem to the Router
The ability of a network router to share your Internet connection throughout the residence is a key selling point of these boxes. Internet connection sharing can be set up without a router using alternative methods, but once again, having a router greatly simplifies the task.
To use your router for Internet sharing, connect your Internet modem to the appropropriate router jack designed for this purpose. Many network routers allow broadband modems to be connected with either a USB cable or an Ethernet cable. A few network routers even allow traditional dialup modems to be connected via serial cables to a built-in serial port.
Connecting a Printer to the Router
Sharing one printer between multiple home computers is often desired but surprisingly difficult to achieve. Without a router, people connect their printer to one computer designated as the printer host. This host computer must be specially configured, and it must also be operating whenever anyone needs to use the printer. Moving this responsibility from a host computer to a router makes both network setup and using the printer easier.
Normally you can connect your printer to the router using a USB cable or a USB-to-Ethernet cable. Alternatively, wireless print server hardware also exists. A print server connects to your printer's USB jack and in turn makes a WiFi connection to a wireless router. A few routers contain built-in print server capabilitity, providing a built-in parallel port for cabling a printer directly.
Connecting Home Entertainment Equipment to the Router
You can connect games consoles such as Xbox, set-top devices like TiVo, and other home entertainment equipment to network routers. Networking home entertaining equipment with a router allows these devices to reach the Internet when you have Internet sharing in place there.
Wireless game adapters (also known as wireless bridges) make WiFi connections and USB-to-Ethernet cables make cabled connections to the router for this type of equipment.
Other Uses of a Network Router
A few other types of devices can be added to a network router for special-purpose applications. Video surveillance cameras, for example, can be connected to a router to allow real-time viewing of video feeds from any computer on the home network (or even remotely over the Internet). VoIP analog terminal adapters (ATAs) will often be connected to routers for enabling Internet VoIP call services.
In WiFi networks, routers can be joined with other devices (called range extenders or signal boosters) that increase the overall reach (range) of the wireless signal. Some people do this to share their home network with a neighbor.
These articles should assist you in all you need to do. Good luck!
http://compnetworking.about.com/cs/homenetworking/a/homenetguide.htm
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;812951
2006-07-04 08:45:23 · answer #8 · answered by Carla S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use eterhernet cross over cable to connect both pcs
use you usb to router
bridge pc 2 and usb together
this is how i do it
works fine for any 2 nd pc / laptop
wifi can be done pc i connects to web vai ethernet (wifi via usb)
laptop connectes to pc 1 via wifi
bridge wifi to usb
this works aswell
both have been tried via my pc using voyager210 modem
hope this helps several of you aswell
2006-07-10 05:57:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A router
2006-07-04 08:37:42 · answer #10 · answered by jimnewsome04 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋