wait so i dont need another modem for my second computer which is downstairs in the basement.
I just thought i need a modem because i have a cable connection point downstairs and so instead of getting a router i can use a modem.
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Originally posted by ShawnZ
you can't have two modems using one internet connection. that's what a router is for -- plug a router into the modem
Upstairs i have a cable modem, to that modem i have connected a router (which i use to connect to the internet with with my lappy and psp), downstairs i wanted a modem because i wanted the computer to be connected directly to the net and not through a wireless connection (because i thought seeming as the computers are on different levels of the house i may not get the best signal strength.)
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Originally posted by Adeptus
Using wire (ethernet) remains the best option, if it's not going to unreasonably inconvenience you.
could you explain that a little more, do you mean i can connect to the net using my ethernet connection?
i'm confused lol
im usually not this newbie but i will admit i dont know too much when it comes to computer hardware
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