I was thinking that if I put a second network card in one of the computers would that work as a hub as well? If not, can anyone suggest the cheapest way of linking 3 pc's just for Christmas so we can all play games together.
Many thanks
James
2006-12-21 12:19:06 · 4 answers · asked by jamesmt1978 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
a small hub can cost the same as another NIC. using another PC as a bridge will work but will provide less than desirable game play.
2006-12-21 12:23:46 · answer #1 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a cheap hub or switch. A switch is better -- hubs are ancient technology by comparision. You can get a 4 or 5 port workgroup switch for less than $50.00.
Trying to use 2 NICs in one machine is going to be a major exercise in frustration. It would be feasible if the one with 2 NICs was a server, but with desktops it will be a pig. (I'm a network engineer and I wouldn't even try it!)
2006-12-21 12:48:04 · answer #2 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
only with a hub or router, 2 pc's can work by a direct cable, more than 2 requires additional equipment.
2006-12-21 12:24:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude hubs are CHEAP... hell sell it on Ebay when you are done with it or give it to yourself for xmas!
2006-12-21 12:21:48 · answer #4 · answered by frozenfun 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋