ok i got a cable modem and two computers i put my 1st ethernet cable to my modem to my hub to the "uplink" then the other two cables from the hub to the computers. but only one of the computers will conncet. and tips? on getting them both to conncet?
2007-06-05 11:29:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
There is a difference between a 'router' and a 'hub'. Hubs are typically use on larger networks to share files. Routers are are used on home networks to share an Internet connection - of course large networks have at least one router in their system to share the Internet connection.
You need a router.
2007-06-05 11:36:30 · answer #1 · answered by sosguy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A hub has no way to route the traffic to the modem so only the first one that hooks up will get an internet address.
You need a router if you want to connect more than one computer.
2007-06-05 11:35:15 · answer #2 · answered by Tracy L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5 port router is what you need
2007-06-05 11:32:17 · answer #3 · answered by megamix1972 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋