Using a single modem for multiple comuters over a network

[jgoodman00]

Hi
Can anyone tell me if it is possible to use one modem (installed in any one pc) as the dialler for all the other pc's in a normal ethernet. We currently have 5 PC's networked through a HUB, & whilst every PC has a modem, it is most annoying having to swap cables to use a different computer. If anyone knows if this is possible, & if so could u please tell me how we go about doing it....

 

[rfeenie]

yes. you need win98 2nd edition to have the internet sharing option. not convinced it will be very good though over that number of PC's so you would benefit from purchasing a router if financially viable. If in doubt get the Ball Pein Hammer out

 

[jgoodman00]

i found that feature about 2mins after writing that question. It works ok, but it doesn't look like it will let the remote user connect/disconnect. It seems to require the host computer being connected before the remote user tries to access any of the internet features......

 

[edfair]

Software package named Wingate. Software package called iShare.
I use ishare and install it for customers. But I also use lantastic as the network underlying it, just to keep the packets in the family. Ed Fair
efair@atlnet.com

Any advice I give is my best judgement based on my interpretation of the facts you supply.

Help increase my knowledge by providing some feedback, good or bad, on any advice I have given.

 

[rinnis]

I use Sygate for modem sharing. Works GREAT. Cost is about $40.00 but you can download a trial version from their website. Link to http:\\

http://www.sygate.com.

Simple, easy to use and configure.

 

[jgoodman00]

I have managed to get it to work with the standard windows ICSW now thanks....I might try those other products though