On 16 May 2003, at 12:09, Brian F. Hall wrote:

> An even simpler solution uses a hub, no router required.  A 5-port hub
> has one input for the cable/DSL, and the other 4 take RJ45 plugs running
> from NIC cards in the independent computers through Cat5 cable.  No
> router required.  Broadband access is shared transparently, and simple
> MS network setup from the Control Panel will enable sharing of files and
> printers.  Just define a common workgroup name, then independent names
> for the computers, and Network Neighborhood will display shared folders
> to all computers.

  Note that in many cases this will only work if you have arranged
beforehand with the cablemodem servce to operate multiple machines on their
network.  They may charge extra for that.

  In general, the other solutions that have been proposed should work with
your existing service.

David Gillett

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