Other Internet Connections

[cuddlepop]

Was wondering if anyone could tell me how to get another internet connection for a lap top in one bedroom and an ordinary computer in another.Our main computer is down stairs.
Thank you.

[j4bberw0ck]

Cuddlepop, you should be able to share the connection without too much trouble. Wireless is easiest - no cables, as the name suggests. I've got 3 pcs sharing a broadband connexion and it's a doddle.

Are you broadband?
Are both pcs running Win XP? (if not, what?)
Has the laptop got built in wireless networking (wifi)?
What does you internet-connected pc connect with? Is it a USB modem or a USB / Ethernet router (if you're broadband), or a dial-up modem (if dial-up?).

If it's a router, you'll be able to see easily if it's connected by Ethernet or USB by looking at the back of it. The clue is where the wire connecting to the pc goes in - one hole is marked "USB" and the other, "Ethernet" . If it's a USB modem, it'll only have one cable choice to the pc - a USB one.

Give a shout when you've taken a look.

[j4bberw0ck]

Did you get the connexion sorted out, cuddlepop?

[cuddlepop]

Just back and are setting up the spare computer.its an older version of XP.We have the newer version in the living room.There is a telephone connection upstairs in the spare room if thats any use.Daughter has a wireless lap top that she uses in the halls.
Thanks.

[j4bberw0ck]

Just back and are setting up the spare computer.its an older version of XP.We have the newer version in the living room.There is a telephone connection upstairs in the spare room if thats any use.Daughter has a wireless lap top that she uses in the halls.
Thanks.

Do you have broadband, and do you use a router, or a USB broadband modem?

[cuddlepop]

Hi there, Mr CP been dragged from my 40 winks, so please bear with me.

What we have at the momment is a BB connection via a router (basic BT gear). What we are trying to do is connect a second computer upstairs for use by bratfinks mainly but us on occaisions. Daughter also visits from time to time (home from college). Despite what you have been told it is not a wireless connection but uses a patch lead into the colleges own system. All machines are operating on xp. Help appreciated.