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10-14-2002, 03:08 PM
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Network question
Basic network, let see if I have this right.
I can hook two XP machines up, one machine has 2 nics, one connected to my cable modem. The other nic hooked into the 2nd computers nic. Use a crossover cable and you can share internet and files? Is this correct? |
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10-14-2002, 03:30 PM
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Yes, but the one with the 2 nics should run a firewall.
Or you can buy a Linksys Router which will connect to the cable modem, then you can connect the 2 nodes (PC's) to the router. All straight cables; not crossover. |
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10-14-2002, 03:40 PM
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Yes my first pc with 2 nics has norton internet security. Going to pick up a crossover cable tonight. Whats the usual price for one of them?
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10-14-2002, 03:56 PM
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minimal.....$5 or so (max)
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10-14-2002, 03:57 PM
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10-14-2002, 04:06 PM
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Where should I go, office max, compusa, best buy.. ect...?
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10-14-2002, 04:15 PM
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If I were in your shoes, I would go to Radio Shack, buy a reel of cable, a gripper, and connectors and make your own.
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10-14-2002, 04:16 PM
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That will not cost less then 5 bucks will it?
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10-14-2002, 07:47 PM
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10-15-2002, 08:04 AM
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Price will vary depending upon length of cable. For home user I don't see making your own. You will have cost of cable, connectors, and crimping tool to use one time. Then without a cable tester, where do you start testing if you have problems.
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10-15-2002, 08:41 AM
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Don't spend too much on the crossover cable. As soon as you want to add a third computer you will need to go with the router. You use straight cables with a router, so the crossover cable will be surplus.
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