Windows XP - Internet Connection Sharing

[LebU91]

Thank you! :)

[vidz022]

what is the differences between ICS and Router Network sharing? We all know that we can share internet as well with just using routers. right?

[rokrrrr]

@vidz022 That's right. But, for example, if you only have a modem (and no router) you can use this. Also, this enables you to control traffic that goes trough your computer which has ICS enabled, by using some special software. It is intended for home or eventually small office scenarios, but I guess that you will rarely see it since now we can buy cheap routers with many advanced features...

[sagar2321]

how can i share a ms access database whit server and client front and & backhand ?

[lemler33]

you sound like a robot

[VContractGames]

But what if I use local area connection to internet ?

[tresmaligalig06]

can this work with two computer (peer-to-peer) through LAN??

[utilizewindows]

@tresmaligalig06 Yes, this will work.

[jeffcloughsongs]

Will this allow a Tablet to connect to the network to utilize the on-line services on the PC?

Thank you for your time.

[utilizewindows]

@jeffcloughsongs Yes, that can be configured.

[TheMughal95]

Can i connect through internet to other PC's Lan?

[utilizewindows]

@TheMughal95 Sure, but you have to configure it. Search for VPN...

[hindilinks4unet]

Can you please please please tell me how to connect t the internet after windows xp install please please........

[McLovinFm]

Myp cant find my modem connected plz help :((((

[TheEmybdj]

my local area connection say The cable is unplugged !,but the cable is connected on pc ..can anyone help me ? :D Ty

[MrHeroic1000]

im useing a 3g dongle as a modem for my xbox and you have to run threw local area connection but it wont let me connect to the internet it worked last week can anyone help please

[knet3344]

i connect 2 computer by using crossover cat-5e and sharing internet, A computer as server,B computer lost internet connection every time i restarted.i have to reset the setting in A computer again to connect B computer back to the internet..!!!

[aalamnaryab]

i m not awared of registry

please can u upload video

[aalamnaryab]

i have the same problem

i have my private network of 200+ PCs

and using class B IPs

when i share connection on PC(a)

it gets disconnected from my network

please help if possible

[rokrrrr]

@aalamnaryab Hm, when ICS is enabled your LAN adapter will be set to use the IP address 192.168.0.1 by default (class C). That computer may lose connectivity with other computers on your network because you are using class B IPs for other computers (different network). You could modify the IP range on ICS using Registry editor. I never tried it, but I have found an article on that topic (pm).

[pukini123]

i can`t share mine

[houaly143]

do you need a internet adapter, usb, or router for this kind of internet connection?

[utilizewindows]

@houaly143 When ICS is enabled our computer acts as a router. One example of used devices would be using dial-up modem to connect to Internet and Network Interface Card (NIC) to connect to the switch. Another example is using two NIC's - one connected to DSL modem, other again connected to the switch. Another example would be using a modem/router configured in the bridge mode (built-in switch - no need for two NIC's). All other computers on our network would be connected to the switch...

[expertmax1]

@utilizewindows Windows XP can't act as a router since it does not assign hosts IP addresses. ICS is odd and should be avoided, you're better using a router which is provided with a DHCP server.

[utilizewindows]

@expertmax1 Definition of a router: A network device that forwards packets from one network to another. That's it, there is nothing about assigning IP addresses. But the fact is, when you enable ICS on a computer, that computer starts NAT, DNS and DHCP services. So, in fact it is supplying IP addresses to all DHCP enabled devices. There is no reason not to use ICS in SOHO environment (small office, home office). It can be used for central firewall configuration, bandwidth control etc.

[expertmax1]

@utilizewindows Rofl... Dear lord tell me why are people so ignorant ?

[rokrrrr]

@expertmax1 ...you should think really hard before you say anything at all.

[expertmax1]

@rokrrrr You don't do it either ?

[chocolover7]

@utilizewindows my internet protocol dont have numbers on it- -

[utilizewindows]

@chocolover7 Sorry, I don't have enough information to help you.

[mikegauld1993]

what version of xp is this? and what service pack?

[utilizewindows]

@mikegauld1993 OS: Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Version: 5.1.2600, Service Pack: 3, Build: 2600, System Type: X86-based PC

[mikegauld1993]

@utilizewindows thank you