2006-07-30 10:49:49 · 6 answers · asked by Tim 47 7 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
You will need either a wired or wireless router/switch
2006-07-30 10:54:52 · answer #1 · answered by djxxxcape 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't NEED a router, tho it's definately a good idea. Particularly if you have a USB modem, you could also try a crossover cable.
It's the same as a network cable (RJ-45 to RJ-45 if you're interested) but there's several wires as 'crossed over' - hence the name of the cable. It doesn't work as well as a router/switch, but it'l do the job. Windows should be able to setup the IP addresses/DNS lookups. Be sure that your desktop is running the modem, tho - as it'll also act as server to your Notebook.
I know this works as I have it setup in front of me doing just that:)
It won't give you the expandability of a router and you won't be able to connect additional computers to it - but as a cheap solution, it does work rather well in the short term. If you find yourself needing to even out the bandwith some more later, you can always invest in a router then.
Hope this helps.
Darren
2006-07-30 18:01:55 · answer #2 · answered by Darren 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a router. If you have a newer laptop more than likely you will need a wireless G router. If it is an older one then you might need a wireless B router. Make sure you look in to that before you buy one. Best Buy has them on sale cheaper than wal-mart and often times you can get them with a rebate. I got mine from there. My router is hooked into my cable modem into my desktop then my laptop has a wireless card that picks up my connection. It works excellent! :-) Good luck!
2006-07-30 17:55:15 · answer #3 · answered by amandaholes19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With my connection you need a router to do that.
2006-07-30 17:55:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to get a router
2006-07-30 17:53:02 · answer #5 · answered by highlander44_tx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a router........linksys makes a nice one.
2006-07-30 17:53:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋