sharing AOL DSL with second computer

[ruta1588]

Did anybody try that? I have Windows ME on the main computer, just got AOL DSL modem. Do I need a router or sharing program to connect second computer that has W2k on it?

 

[dslqueen]

yes you would need a router to share the dsl connection *ducks and hides* "don't shoot me i'm only the messenger!"

 

[TheOldMan346]

ruta1588,

Take a look at this thread.
thread916-344618

It should help.
The Old Man

 

[bf0x]

With windows me and later they incorporated what is called ICS (Internet connection sharing) which allows you to share your internet with other PC's along as you have a lan connection between the two. Using a router is better but costly when it is not needed.

 

[manarth]

bf0x: AOL7 is not compatible with ICS.
AOL6 can't be shared either, and AOL4 has issues. No idea about AOL8 yet - maybe that will be compatible? Possibly? No, I suppose not.

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