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 PCBUILD maintains many useful files for download on our web site - visit our download page at: http://nospin.com/pc/files.html