Re: One laptop two networks

Hi,

Steve wrote:
> My question is there an easier way of doing this? Can two networks be
> configured on one LAN card and easily switched between the two networks.

Windows doesn't provide that capability "out of the box", but it's a common
enough problem and third party software exists to solve it. The first
Google find was at:

http://www.mobilenetswitch.com/

Such software is sometimes included in the manufacturer's bundle, e.g.
IBM's "Access Connections" on Thinkpads.

> I am thinking my only option is to change the subnet mask
> to match on both networks and insure I do not have any conflicting IP
> addresses. Not being a networking guru I not sure what row the
> subnet mask plays in the operation of the two networks.

The subnet mask is used to figure out which addresses are on local network
and which are not, and to determine the broadcast address. It may be a
viable option if both networks are simple standalone local networks, with no
routing or greater infrastructure considerations. Another option would be
to set up DHCP service.

However, I'd rather get some network settings switcher software. :)


--
Chris Priede


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