Re: Networking
- From: Chuck <none@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 10:04:12 -0800
On Fri, 10 Mar 2006 11:54:13 -0600, Lee <foalks1971-msngps@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Lee wrote:
Lee wrote:
Chuck wrote:
On Fri, 10 Mar 2006 10:03:30 -0600, LeeI run Adaware, Spywareblaster, Spybot and Microsoft anti-spyware
<foalks1971-msngps@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Chuck wrote:
On Fri, 10 Mar 2006 08:58:15 -0600, Lee
<foalks1971-msngps@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
After setting up a network between my desktop and laptop it
worked fine
until I started making changes based on security suggestions I
found on
trusted sites on the web. Now I have problems connecting the
computers
and when I am able I have problems with it trying constantly to
access
my dial up connection which is continuous until I unplug the
network. I
now want to remove all old settings and and start from scratch.
It is a simple direct cable network with no router. I don't need to
connect to the web via the network as they each have access to
the phone
line. First, how do I clear all settings so that they do not show
back
up in a new setup. Second, all I want to do is share files and the
printer between these computers and let them access the net
individually.
Which of these packets should I install ?Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)?,
?File and printer sharing for a Microsoft network?, ?QoS Packet
scheduler?, ?Client for Microsoft networks?.
Also aren't these settings individual to each connection you set
up? The
notebook also is wireless 802.11 bg , which I use when I work out of
town each week, at several eating establishments which are not
secure.
Should I only install the TCP/IP protocol to prevent access to it
in one
of these networks. I have heard about setting up a VPN on this
connection but all info I find is more confusing than helpful.
Both machines are running Win XP Home SP2. Laptop is HP Pavillion
zv6130 AMD Athlon 64-3200, 512 MB ram, Desktop custom AMD Athlon
XP2500+, 1 Gig ram . Both use builtin Realtech network interface.
I know this is a lot to cover and have looked on the news feeds for
info, but have been frustrated trying to interpret what I find as
a lot
of it is not stated in a way that is understandable to a ignorant
novice. Any help is appreciated, Lee
Lee,
If you have two computers, and want to network them, how are you
going to
connect both computers directly to each other, and to dialup
simultaneously?
Are you using a simple crossover cable connected to Ethernet
adapters in each
computer? Is that the "simple direct cable network with no router"?
If you're going to share files between the two, you'll need both
?File and
printer sharing for a Microsoft network? and ?Client for Microsoft
networks?.
Depending upon how you connect those two protocols, you may need
?Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)?.
Do you really want to use this setup? You'll be so much better
off using a NAT
router that supports dialup.
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/sharing-your-dialup-internet-service.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/sharing-your-dialup-internet-service.html
Internet connection sharing is not a issue as my dialup is so slow
it will barely support one computer at a time. I only set it to
share on the original setup because it was available and wanted to
see what it could do.
Yes the connection is a crossover cable between the Ethernet
adapters. It is more than adequate as I only need to share files
and printer and synchronize some folders with that wonderful little
tool called Sync Tool from Microsoft.
I will soon have high speed cable available to me in th city I go
to each weekend to work and will probably access it with wireless,
but will deal with that when it happens.
Well, since you're asking for help stated in a way that is
understandable to a
ignorant novice, I would try and get you to use the Network Setup
Wizard. But I
don't see any selection in there that will give you your configuration.
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/using-network-setup-wizard-in-windows.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/using-network-setup-wizard-in-windows.html
I'm going to ask you to consider that maybe your dialup is so slow
because you
have software running on each computer that you don't know about.
This is a
very common problem today, with under protected computers. If
you're not behind
a NAT router, you are under protected. I highly recommend a
thorough malware
analysis - you may be surprised.
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/dealing-with-malware-adware-spyware.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/dealing-with-malware-adware-spyware.html
about every 5 days and more often if I suspect problems. My problem
is that I live in the country and we have lousy phone service here.
Also it was this slow even after a full wipe reformat and reinstall
before any malware could possibly have been installed.
Am looking at Netgears wireless routers on the web now and like what
I am reading about them. is wireless as safe int this type of router
as wired?Their Super G looks good, but Double 108 is attractive
because of the 802.11a . There will be times when in work city that
on the cable access there will need to be connection sharing and
possibly will have to computers using it at the same time. So I need
a recommendation as to which router would fit this need on a home
network.
I'm convinced. A router is needed. Because of the double firewall,
Netgear seems the logical choice. I want to set up here at home to
accommodate the current dial up I have, have it be wireless to
accommodate my laptop which is "54g? 802.11b/g WLAN with 125HSM /
SpeedBooster? and BroadRange? support", and be ready for high speed
Internet in the future, cable, DSL, or wireless, etc., all may soon be
available. Remember I have a hardware (Zoom 2920) modem and a
Ethernet connection I'm thinking the Netgear Rangemax (WPN824) would
meet all these needs for high speed and dial up on both setups I am
looking at putting together. Or is there a better unit I have
overlooked. I want the unit with the most features and ability to
assure covering any possibility. Any suggestions or am I on target?
An afterthought about a recent news story I heard that talked about
always on Internet connections like cable being very vulnerable to
invasion and your computer being turned into "Zombie Server" even with
the best security installed. Does this type of router and the VPN it
can create, a VPN can as I understand it be built using this router
can't it, protect you from these vulnerabilities?
A VPN is a peer-peer security device. If you have two computers, or two
networks, and wish to connect them securely, a VPN is a very good idea. But for
client to server, as in Internet client, a VPN is less useful.
The articles that you've been reading are scary, aren't they? But don't throw
the baby out with the bath water. Good layered security strategy will protect
you, if you work on ALL of the layers. Layers 4 and 5 are essential!
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/please-protect-yourself-layer-your.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/please-protect-yourself-layer-your.html
--
Cheers,
Chuck, MS-MVP [Windows - Networking]
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem, when it's a normal response from experience.
My email is AT DOT
actual address pchuck mvps org.
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