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zipperkarting
Jul 12, 2007, 03:13 PM
I'm a novice when it comes to computers so can somebody help please. I have a desktop machine with a broadband connection and want to occasionally connect my laptop to the same connection instead (or as well as if possible). Both have Windows XP with service packs installed. I thought it would be a simple case of take the connection out of the modem and put it into the usb on the laptop but clearly not.
Please help in simple terms.
Thanks

Curlyben
Jul 12, 2007, 03:18 PM
It is a simple case, but you will need some further hardware.
What you need is a broadband router.
Now depending on what type of broadband you have makes a difference, either ADSL or Cable.

Have a look at neatgear's site for some ideas: Home Networking - NETGEAR.com (http://www.netgear.com/Solutions/HomeNetworking.aspx)