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split cable
I have road runner cable on my dimension running xp. I was just wondering if I could use a cable splitter and run the cable to another computer, so that both computer are connect to the cable. Also, if I did this, could I only use one computer at a time to get on the internet? Or do I need to invest in a router? Thanks Carol
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Posted September 10th, 2005 20:00
carolbell,
You need a router. It is designed precisely for this purpose - sharing a single IP address with multiple computers. And as an added bonus it has a built in firewall to protect all those computers. A wireless router runs about US$50 after rebates. A wired only router is about US$10 less, if you can find one. Get a major brand - Linksys, D-Link, Belkin or Netgear.