What do I need to get to network both computers to one modem? One computer runs Windows Vista and the other runs Windows xp.
2007-08-16 06:00:38 · 7 answers · asked by Lisa 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
use a router and if your other comp is a bit far from main comp and you dont want extra wires then get wireless router and a wireless usb hub. You only need one wireless usb hub for the girls comp as your own will be attached straight to the router. They are quite inexpensive now and as long as you have broadband you wont come across any problems.
Theres a tutorial here http://www.jackiestewart.co.uk/files/share%20internet%20connection.htm
2007-08-16 06:09:52 · answer #1 · answered by SKJA 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have high speed internet and you meant a HIGHSPEED MODEM (cable or DSL) get a router.
Short answer:
If you are talking about DIAL UP 56k internet, sorry there is no way to share that easily.
Long answer
Yes you could setup a network both computers using a switch, then share the dialup connection off the other computer (that has the 56k modem)...but this is not for the faint of heart and should be posted in another question.
2007-08-16 13:06:48 · answer #2 · answered by MikeTwo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both your computer are desk top or one is laptop.?Ac tally both computer all has internal modern.The one you talking about must be external.Is it connect to cable line?If yes one computer direct connect this modern and you buy a wireless router connect the modern then use wireless transmite to other computer and this computer must have wireless receiver otherwise you need to buy a wireless card to plug to it.Talk to computer shop people they will show you what you should by.different window system don't matter.
2007-08-16 13:24:46 · answer #3 · answered by brother3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all u need is to get a wireless dongle! u can pick them up for about £20 then any computer in the house can pick up just one wireless internet connection. Really easy to do I have done it with my kids! 3 computers three different room sone internet service and package..
2007-08-16 13:11:36 · answer #4 · answered by rach r 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is your modem 56k or dsl? Usually a router will work, belkin is a good one.
2007-08-16 13:04:43 · answer #5 · answered by That 80s Guy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
get a router (cheap linksys will do)
plug them both in... away you go both on the net
2007-08-16 13:04:40 · answer #6 · answered by Billy James 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call microsift for this answer
2007-08-16 13:08:13 · answer #7 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋