complete newb question - what should I use??

[Gogeta4832]

okay simple and to the point.

got my computer, have a KVM switch, my sprint dsl modem (which is connected to my computer).

I got the KVM so when I build a new system I don't have to shut mine down while working on the new one.

so the next step is to get a hub/router/etc. so I can have both computers connected to the dsl modem. (same reason for getting a KVM)

1. What should I use to accomplish this goal??
2. Is there any extensive work required??

Any help is greatly appreciated as I know nothing of networking (though I probably should*LOL*)

Thanks for reading if you have

 

[JackMDS]

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Basic Options for Internet Connection Sharing

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Hubs, routers, switches, DSL, LANs, WANs...?

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. What do I need for wireless Networking?

Ignore the prices in the links above. The same or similar hardware can be found for 60%-90% less.

Log to this page it has a lot of links to instructions to Windows Network Setting and Sharing.

Link: Windows Network - Installing & Sharing
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[AFB]

You need a router. Do you want it to be wireless or is wired fine?

 

[Gogeta4832]

Thanks for the links JackMDS.
Just looked through them *LOL* such a newb on this

amdfanboy
I'm looking at going with a wired router.
looks to be easiest and most cost effective for the time being.

again thanks for the info guys

 

[AFB]

Do you just want a basic one ? I would look here. I would go with brands like D-link, Netgear, Belkin, or Linksys.

 

[JackMDS]

Wired Router:

Link to: 4-Port DSL/Cable Firewall Router - $15

LOL, just take a look at the picture. It is the most futuristic looking Network Hardware in the World.

You might consider a Wireless Cable/DSL Router since it is only $5 more. CompUSA has SMC Wireless Router on sale this week for $19 after rebate.

Link to: 11 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router - 802.11b

A Wireless Client card for your Laptop. $10 after rebate.

Link to: Link to: EZ Connect 2.4GHz Wireless Cardbus Ethernet Adapter, 802.11b

Imagine $40 and you are welcomed to the 21st Century. (As Spidey07 would say).

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