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Was wondering if you guys could help me out?

I have 2 pc's that i want to network.

Both need net access threw Bell Sympatico High Speed. One is going to be used only as a ftp server.

I do not have a router and really dont think i need one.

Both have ME installed.

they both are already netowroked and sharing files but not the net.

any suggestions?

You can use ICS to share the connection betwoeen the two. I have Access Manager (Or what ever PPPoE app you are using) instructions at my site.

Thanks

Dude i would get a router if I were you. If you do ICS, your gonna put the server computer at a HUGE risk. 1. It has to be on in order for the 2nd computer to access the net. 2. Any hacker threats go to the server computer first, then yours. So if one is infected the other will be.

With a router, your have more security. Only the computer you want to be online has to be on. Built in firewall. Plug and Play (Most of the time) As you accumulate more computers, all you have to do is plug them in and power up and your ready.

You don't have to have the most expensive router out, but if you do consider getting one, look for one that acts a DHCP,built in switch and supports 10/100. Trust me if you get one, YOU WON"T BE DISAPPOINTED. I have a 4 port linksys and i'm only running 2 computers so far.

this would only be temporary anyways....but yes you are correct it would be alot more secure....

Yea go 4 the router i like mine belkin 4 port only bad thing is u cant host games