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by babasemi

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i have a netmodem with an IP address and a computer system with a IP address which is connected to the netmodem which is used for net surfing.i also have 6 other computers and a 10/100 HUB.the problem is how can i connect this other 6 computers to the one that is connected to the modem so that they can all connect to the net(brows the net) using the hub.i.e sharing the the IP address and connection of the system that is connected to the modem.

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by luz-fowler

You need to connect the Hub directly to the modem
Instead of the one computer, and plug in all the pC to your hub.

Configure all your computer.

This is how I have my connected, as a network, so they can all communicate.
Hope this info helps.

by mfaisal_i

ya it is simple, you done the fine configuration, but only install a internet connection sharing protocol into your Operating system, all will be ok then...

and if that protocol requires configuration at client sides then do that too well rest will be ok

thanks

by eeeep

Your ISP may give out only one dynamic IP address. Use NATing (Network address translation) on either your PC or buy an inexpensive 8 port router from Linksys, DLink etc. These have NATing software built into them. In this case the router will obtain a single address from your ISP's DHCP service. The router can be configured to assign (usually upto 255 adresses) a new set of addresses to computers on your private network.

Using MS software NATing (via connection sharing) is a less desirable option, it requires all traffic go through this one PC (with obvious side effects). It can also be complex.

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