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Proxy setup and parallel setup.
Hi,
I want to be able to network two computers with a parallel cable. What I'm wondering is if I log on to the net with one computer using a modem could I use the net from the other computer at the same time? I think I'd use a proxy server, but I'm not sure.
I want to be able to network two computers with a parallel cable. What I'm wondering is if I log on to the net with one computer using a modem could I use the net from the other computer at the same time? I think I'd use a proxy server, but I'm not sure.
I do not believe this is possible with a parallel cable connection...
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Any idea why?
I don't know either way, but I'd suggest you just invest in a small network. 10mbps (megabits per second) NICs (Network interface cards) are very cheap, less than $75 usually. You could buy a small piece of coaxial cable, and you'd be all set. Networks are much faster than parallel cables anyway.
Proxy server software is what you want if you have a network. But, like MasseyM stated, it might not work with a parallel cable.
I'm sorry to say, but a proxy isn't possible with a Direct Cable Connection. I tried this before, and there is no way to get it to work. I ended up going with a real network (and I love it!).
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Thanks!
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Thaks alot, I'll look into it.