Is it possible to have 2 computers connected to the same cable outlet, both with working internet? What supplies would I need? How would I go about doing that? Would it cost?
I have Comcast, if that is relevant to my question. Thank you for any help you can give.
2007-12-18 13:04:32 · 11 answers · asked by cat4prowl 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
We have 5 on one modem . It is very easy to do you can use cables to run the connection to all your pc's but we bought a wireless router which is great. But either way just get a router we are also on a cable modem and have had no problem. Just remember you need to make sure each pc' is reading the IP address of the modem for the main pc.
2007-12-18 13:08:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to go buy a router which would cost about 50 or so bucks, that will split the connection and let multiple computers connect to the same internet. You just plug everything in, then follow the simple instructions that come with the hardware. You will also probably need to go buy some ethernet cables of the lengths you need.
2007-12-18 21:09:08 · answer #2 · answered by Jon 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm using a Cable Internet Provider. The ethernet cable, that went into my computer, now goes ino a Linksys 5 Port Network Hub,(Model NH1005), and I have two computers on it, connected to the internet. I believe, I can run four. Cost me about $50 at Walmart. Dude there told me it couldn't be done! He said many people returned this Hub, because they couldn't connect to the internet! LOL! I told him you need a router inbetween, and this would work. Had to go back, and set the poor fella straight! (Nicely, no irate stuff!)
2007-12-18 21:17:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
need a router - about $80 at Wal-Mart
can "hard wire" both - and if you have a laptop -
it is also a wireless router - so you can use your laptop at home
just set up the security feature so that your neighbors won;t steal your connection (LOL)
have my big PC on wireless - since I did not want to run the cable myself.
use the N system by Linksys - $100 for the router/$100 for the computer attachment
3x faster than the G system at 80 - - - - - BUT --- if you are
hardwired (can take up to 4 computers) no sweat
take the G at $80
all the best
2007-12-18 21:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by tom4bucs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They will each need their own cable, but they can both be on the internet at the same time. Your modem or router should have at least two spots to plug in to.
2007-12-18 21:07:10 · answer #5 · answered by Linds 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get a wireless router for around 60.00 . it is easy to use, we have 2 desk top puters and a laptop. all on the same router. Also have it hooked up to our T.V. that my son plays his internet games on.
2007-12-18 21:12:12 · answer #6 · answered by Kismitt 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it would be best to use a wireless router....Comcast will only 1 cable modem per address...You will be able to use the same highspeed..(ROUTER).The only thing they will let you have more than one of is....cable boxes......
2007-12-18 21:09:59 · answer #7 · answered by nyc033 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just get wireless internet, so you don't have to go through switching them around.
2007-12-18 21:10:30 · answer #8 · answered by Helen Scott 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes i have a laptop, a wii, and a computer, a router makes all of them work
2007-12-18 21:07:21 · answer #9 · answered by Derek :) 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get an internet hub, switch, or router.
2007-12-18 21:06:41 · answer #10 · answered by z000z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋