Hello,
> > I know nothing about networking and was hoping some kind souls here could
> > tell me what I need to do.
> >
> > I have an A4000 with an X-surf connected to the internet via ADSL modem
> > and Miami. My daughter has a PC (Windows 98).
> >
> > What do I need to get/do in order to get both of our computers online?
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> > Lance
>
> The easiest way is to go get a multi-port ethernet hub ($30 or less in most
> cases) and connect both the Amiga and PC to it. The ADSL modem would then
> connect to the "Uplink" port on the hub. Both systems would then have
> access to the ADSL modem, and by way of DHCP would each have a different IP
> address. This is how I have my systems here setup, though I do have static
> IPs now for all machines. This has the advantage of being able to work in a
> LAN environment as well, and not need to have multiple ethernet boards in
> each system, or the need for a serial/parallel link between the two either.
This is a cheap solution but has it's risks which are simply put your
PC will be very unsecure. Peopel WILL hack into it, I know because
people try it with me daily. MiamiDX has a built-in firewall, if the
PC is going to be connected to the internet I suggest you use the
firewall.
Regards,
Soyeb.
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