On Sat, 2001-11-10 at 16:37, Paul Rodríguez wrote: > Hi, everybody. I have a DSL connection coming in to the upstairs > computer. I'd like to connect (withought having to get a new modem) a > computer downstairs to the same connection. Can I send a cat5 cable > down throught the wall from the router to the downstairs computer? > (approx. 30-40 feet) Is there a limit to cat5 length in order to remain > effective? Do I need a wireless solution? is that even safe?
Cat 5 cable does have a range limit, but it something like 100 meters,
so you are well within its capabilities. I am currently looking into
wireless for my home, because my wife can't stand the cables I have
running between the network hub and three computers, across our living
room. The only downside I can see is the initial cost... and even that's
not too bad, but my expendable cash at the moment is nil :-(
Dave
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