Ethernet Networking & use of a USB port

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I want to network 3 new pc's, all with XP, and all with internal Ethernet Adapters. I see that my host pc will require TWO network adapters. Instead of installing another internal network adaptyer (Ethernet card), can I simply plug an external network adapter into one of my USB ports, and then connect all three pc's to a hub? Or, would it be better to just connect all 3 pc's and an cable modem to a hub

Thanks for your help

Dick Byrne
Sellersville, PA
 
Richard said:
I want to network 3 new pc's, all with XP, and all with internal Ethernet
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Adapters. I see that my host pc will require TWO network adapters. Instead
of installing another internal network adaptyer (Ethernet card), can I
simply plug an external network adapter into one of my USB ports, and then
connect all three pc's to a hub? Or, would it be better to just connect all
3 pc's and an cable modem to a hub?
Thanks for your help.

Dick Byrnes
Sellersville, PA
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There are advantages to leaving ICS alone and going for the hardware option
instead.
Buy a router/firewall with rj45 ports rather than a hub. Alternatively, if
you're also having to buy the cable modem then get one that has a
firewall/router integrated into it.
 
With the router, you don't have to use two network cards nor internet
connection sharing and they are about $30.00 to $50.00.



Richard said:
I want to network 3 new pc's, all with XP, and all with internal Ethernet
Click to expand...
Adapters. I see that my host pc will require TWO network adapters. Instead
of installing another internal network adaptyer (Ethernet card), can I
simply plug an external network adapter into one of my USB ports, and then
connect all three pc's to a hub? Or, would it be better to just connect all
3 pc's and an cable modem to a hub?
 
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