how do I set up to share a cable internet connection?

Question

I have a win 98SE and just bought win XP also I bought a linksys 5 port network hub. I get internet on XP but not on 98SE. Also I have ethernet cables (huge "phone" plugs) but I think I need something different for the 98SE like a square metal thing on one end (goes to modem) and a rectangular metal thing (plugs in just under mouse port) on
the other end?

will the 5 port network hub work in place of a router if I get an ethernet adapter?

Answer 1

You need an Ethernet adapter in the Windows 98 computer.

Answer 2

Windows 98 has very limited support for USB > Ethernet adapters. New ethernet cards are easy to install. Your computer most likely will have a PCI slot available, so you need a PCI Ethernet card. They cost about $20-30 new. Then just cable it to your hub after the driver install. Should work great.

You didnt say how you are connecting to the internet. On your XP computer, do this: Start > Network Connections. Look for something like "Local Area Connection", Double click and click on the "support" tab. If your IP address starts with 192.168 then you have a DHCP server which is good. Your 98 computer should be fine.

If the address starts with different numbers, then you have a private address and you NEED a router/firewall for two reasons: 1/ Get another address for your 98 computer. 2/ Protection against hackers being able to directly connect to your computer.

Answer 3

You should invest in a PCI ethernet adapter. you can also get an adapter that changes usb ports into ethernet if you don't feel like opening up your computer. From there you can get a router to split your connection between your computers.

Answer 4

did it come with a cd? It can show you...do you have tho dsl cable or the dial up one?