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Ok, network gurus, here's one for you.
I have two computers on a peer-to-peer and I have a cable ISP. I want
both computers to be able to access the internet w/out having to move
the cable modem around. So, I'd like to use a proxy server. I'm
thinking about using Winproxy. I bought Microsoft BackOffice some
months ago, too but haven't had time to set it up yet. Still in the
cellophane.
Question -1:
If I set up a proxy server, do I have to use a dedicated box or can one
of the client machines be the proxy server, too?
Question-2:
How would the scenario differ if I used BackOffice (which includes NT4)?
Both machines are running Windows 95 and one will (soon, I hope when I
can find time) have at least one other OS on it - NT Workstation or
Windows 98.
Question-3:
If I do need to use a dedicated machine for the proxy server - what kind
of horse power does it need to have? This is not a busy network. Just
two machines peer-to-peer running basic business and home office apps.
Most work is stand alone. Some file and resource (printer) sharing on
the network but that's it. Can I get away w/ a 486 box?
TIA
Joan Rapier
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