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05-23-2002, 11:01 AM
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Computer access with router.
I understand that with a router all three of my computers can access the internet at the same time using one IP thereby saving me $20 a month but can they access each other using the same NIC ?
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05-23-2002, 11:04 AM
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What do you mean, access each other using the same NIC? Every computer must have a NIC that connects to the router. When you set everything up, not only can you share the Internet connection, but you can also share files between the computers.
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05-23-2002, 11:09 AM
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Iasked the question poorly. Yes each computer has it's own NIC currently using a hub for cable access and you say I can access each other computer using a router instead of a hub. That is what I needed to know before buying the router.
Thanks very much Doc. for the information. |
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05-23-2002, 11:18 AM
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The Gavel
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"...can access each other computer using a router instead of a hub"
Yes. All computers will be able to "see" each other and share files, printers, etc. |
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05-23-2002, 11:21 AM
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Great! Now I will be looking for a router. Wish I had a Best buy nearby.
Thanks everyone. |
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05-23-2002, 01:26 PM
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linksys
i've got a LinkSys BE41... 4 port router from Newegg.com that i like a lot. you can access all of the settings from anywhere on the network with a password and it's simplistic setup with good reliability. good luck...
josh |
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05-23-2002, 02:00 PM
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jca08.
This one is available at Office Depot for $69.95 Linksys® EtherFast® BEFSR41 4-Port Cable/DSL Router Is it the same one you have? Is the price good? |
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05-23-2002, 02:41 PM
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The Gavel
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GerBa,
Shop by price for a 4-port router by DLink, Linksys, or Netgear. They all will work fine. I own the Netgear and am very satisfied btw, and have personally set up the DLink. Haven't tried a Linksys but they get a lot of good recommendations too. Any of those three brands will work just fine for you. Just get the one you can get the best deal on. |
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05-23-2002, 11:58 PM
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Thats a great price for a Linksys.
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