How to share internet connection between two computers (win7 & win XP)?

"I plan to get cable internet connection ADSL broadband." And again, I want to share internet from one computer to another. »

  • But I have a question in mind which is lower.

Before going to answer my Question Please read two notes point-

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A. very important don't ask me what I have installed and what equipment I have in my PC? just give me a simple, easy answer. guess I'm no networking and I have two PCs. You teach me from scratch.

B. do not use the more technical term. I hate it when someone using the most incredible technical term (its towers the response in the largest number of questions lol). just give me a simple answer.

If you are eligible to condition or except my EULA :) go further and read my questions give me an answer simple and straight.

Now please read the question below.

Issues related to the:

Q1. Which computer should I connect main internet connection (computer on which will better host win7 or Win XP)?

Q2. What equipment I mean as a router, hub, NIC etc.? Please specify if these materials will be required for two PCs or for one.

Q3. What type of Internet connection sharing will be better to be wired or wireless (cost, speed and security wise)?

Q4. I need two IP address both part of connection to the internet between two PCs?

Thanks in advance.

Hi Zeff,

You can make Windows 7 the main computer for internet connection and then host the Windows XP computer.

For more information, see the article:

Start here to set up a home network in Windows 7

Networking of computers running different versions of Windows

With respect to the equipment as a router, hub, NIC depend on the connection (wired or wireless) you want to use. You can also check with the ISP (Internet Service Provider) for more information.

For more information, see the articles:

What do I need to connect to the Internet?

Setting up a network home

Wired and wireless connections have great benefits, but they have also some disadvantages.

Wired connection:

> Faster and more robust than wireless connections but not so flexible when positioning of computers and devices because you must be connected to your Super Hub with an Ethernet cable.

> Safer than wireless connections, but not so convenient for users of laptops and other mobile devices.

WiFi connection:

> Wireless! If you can connect when you want. However performance may be affected by walls, electric interference etc.

> Ideal for users of laptops and other mobile devices, you can connect devices more but slower than wired connections

> Very safe when used with higher level (WPA) encryption. You can connect your smart phone to your network wirelessly for faster browsing.

However, unauthorized users could try to use your connection (which explains why security is so important).

There are two types of IP addresses. external and internal. Both computers have the same external IP address but separate internal IP addresses. Each device in your network will have its own (internal) IP address. The external IP address, who sees the Internet is actually assigned to your router.

Hope the helps of information. Let us know if you need help with Windows related issues. We will be happy to help you.

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