problem with computer netwoking can anyone solve my problem?

Question

i am having 2 pc's at my home in 2 rooms i have given internet connection to 1 system i like 2 have the 2nd pc also connected 2 internet to connect i attached hub from 1 sys 2 another internet is working on the 2nd sys also but i cannot use internet on both systems i dont know how to create network connections so plz anyone who can plz explain breifly my problem

Answer 1

If you are indeed using a HUB and not a ROUTER then you will need to enable Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) on one PC. Follow one of these FAQ's:


Setting up Internet Connection Sharing
http://www.annoyances.org/exec/show/ics

Windows XP Internet Connection Sharing
http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/xp_ics/

Answer 2

Get yourself a wired or wireless router. The router will allow you to connect both PCs and surf the net on the same time .
If both PCs are connected to the same router you will be able to use the simple file sharing feature which allow both PCs to connect to each others and exchanging files. So yes investing into a router is worth than investing in a hub.

Joe.

Answer 3

You may need to upgrade your internet connection. I had the same problem recently. It turns out that I need a different router to connect two computer properly. Contact your internet service provider and see what they say. That is probably what your problem is.

Answer 4

first of all what kind of internet connection are you using? is it a broadband or dialup
Second what kind of hardware you will be using? will it be a switch or hub
only after that i can answer your question