I just suscribed to pacific adsl and they gave me an usb modem. They say that if I wanted to network with another pc I will need the ethernet modem. I wanted to share the connection with my sister's pc. Is it possible to network the usb modem or network the pc? Or is it because the modem needed telephone line and it can't be network?
There are many ways to this problem. You can
1st) Install Ethernet work cards in both ur sis PC and yours network using either through a hub or a special cable that link two ethernet cards together (pardon me, I forget the cable name, I have to chekc it out). The latter is a much more cheaper choice than the hub. Install a internet sharing program and you and ur sis can surf!!! Bad point:- Your PC have to be on if your sis want to surf.
2nd) Buy another ADSL modem. Bad point:- Cost $$$
3rd) Depending on the Modem type,some modem provide ethernet connection, so unlike to option 1, both pc using ethernet cards can route directly into the modem via a hub. Bad point:- Despite using a hub (which cost $$), you have to deal with the software installation!!
Just my 2 cents worth!!