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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