SkydiveMonkey 0 #1 October 2, 2002 Just had it put in today. Question is, how do I share it with my housemates who are connected to my machine via a 10/100 Mb/s switch?____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #2 October 2, 2002 Get a router that is built for the purpose, like a LinkSys EtherFast. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #3 October 2, 2002 What kind of network? What OS are the machines? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #4 October 2, 2002 Standard home network - my machine is 2k pro, his is XP home____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #5 October 2, 2002 With Win2k Pro you could probably put a second ethernet card in your machine and configure it to be a gateway. I would still probably buy a hardware router like the LinkSys because it's easier to setup (personal opinion), doesn't depend on your computer being turned on, and you might be able to find a used one for less $$$ than a new name-brand 10/100 network card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #6 October 2, 2002 If you are looking for an easy, built-in solution, try ICS: http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/en/professional/help/default.asp?url=/WINDOWS2000/en/professional/help/HowTo_share_conn.htm It isn't the world's best, but it doesn't require you to buy anything you don't already have, either Beyond that, get a boxed solution like the Linksys somebody mentioned. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattb 0 #7 October 2, 2002 Just did the same thing but went wireless. About $250 for the wireless router and 2 wireless network cards. Have Netgear equipment, works fine so far and took less than an hour to set up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #8 October 2, 2002 I'll second Indyz suggestion... It's easy, plug it in at the head, telnet or browse to it and configure as a gateway and a DHCP server. Most come with built in firewalling now. There's also a wireless/ wired gateway if you want to go 802.11b sometime Yeah, win2k can do NAT (internet sharing) but the biggest draw back is that the computer always has to be on. Other issues is that all traffic funnels thro the one computer, if it's an older computer, it can slow things down on the whole network. Lastly, you really want some kind of firewall. Keeping up with MS security fixes and making sure all ports are closed is a full time job. Win2k has a big bullseye on it. Every script kiddie and their hacker mom are lookin for MS OS'es. If you really want a dedicated box acting as a dedicated gateway, look into the Nix'es... I can point you to some good places to lookI promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #9 October 2, 2002 Wireless can be great, but be very careful about the security of your access point. For some amusement on the subject, plus an idea of how prevalent the security holes are, read this: http://arstechnica.com/wankerdesk/3q02/warflying-1.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DTOXX 0 #10 October 2, 2002 I like the router option myself as it places most of the options/settings to at the hardware level. I am using a single port Linksys router/firewall which sits between my DSL hub and my first dumb hub. Here is a peek on how my home network is put together. Because it is primarily hardware driven I can loose any of the PC's and the rest are still functional.http://www.skiosk-esd.com/homelan.jpg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #11 October 2, 2002 Speaking of firewalls n stuff. Hey Justin, you never mentioned if you got thru the firewall and was able to download....I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #12 October 2, 2002 QuoteSpeaking of firewalls n stuff. Hey Justin, you never mentioned if you got thru the firewall and was able to download.... Nope. Maybe you can look into the technical side of that while I'm in with the ladies. It will keep your mind occupied and prevent boredom, because I'll be in there for a LONG time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #13 October 2, 2002 I heard you sleep a lot !! ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #14 October 2, 2002 QuoteI heard you sleep a lot !! Only between rounds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #15 October 2, 2002 Gotta make up the time somehow ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #16 October 2, 2002 Looking at his wristwatch..... Sure Justin.... Take your time..... Ever seen American Pie? OOPS... that was sorta QUICK, you haven't even got your drawers offI promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
