2006-12-19 19:54:20 · 13 answers · asked by muddy 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
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2006-12-20 04:53:38 · answer #1 · answered by george r. n. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, two computers can share the same modem for Internet access. (dial up or DSL modem)
You would need a hub / switch or cross over cable and for the main computer to be running ICS (Internet Connection Sharing)
Obviously that computer also needs to be on.
The best solution though is to get an ethernet router like a Draytek or Netgear.
Here is the link if you want to use ICS
http://www.annoyances.org/exec/show/ics
2006-12-19 20:06:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The other answers are correct. Get a router (wireless or not).
Otherwise you can share your internet connection in the settings, then link two computers together using a crossover cable.
The first way is easiest and best.
2006-12-19 20:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by saracenthemoor 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can I am running four at the moment & it is correct that you need a router, you san get them from any p.c retailer for around £30 or go wireless for a bit more.
2006-12-19 20:11:20 · answer #4 · answered by Because I Said So 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can, but its a kludge, you have to connect both PCs together, then you have to have the one connected to the modem on all the time.
much easier to use a router modem.
2006-12-19 20:20:39 · answer #5 · answered by Michael H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
If your modem doesn't have a router built in go get one and you should be fine.
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2006-12-19 19:57:42 · answer #6 · answered by jan 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, but go with previous responder. Router.
2006-12-19 19:57:13 · answer #7 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but I would suggest using a router instead.
2006-12-19 19:55:34 · answer #8 · answered by Chief BaggageSmasher 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
get a wireless router you will thank yourself for it ,can then have all round the house no wires
2006-12-19 20:00:25 · answer #9 · answered by dean 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a SWITCH - better tahn a ROUTER, less
problems and much cheaper
2006-12-19 20:48:11 · answer #10 · answered by swenson0 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes . you will need a router. cable or wireless
2006-12-20 01:37:54 · answer #11 · answered by georgeseggs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋