Re: Using two computers on the same Cable or DSL line.



Yes, any router or hub will offer this, Bob.
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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE) & Security

Bob wrote:
I have two computers, one with Win 98 and one with Win XP. I would like to
be able to connect then both to the same in line. I do not need to use them
both at the same time. Could there be a type of router or hub that would
permit me to connect both computers to my Internet Providers Box with out
having to disconnect one each time I want to use the other?

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