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Can a single cable modem that has one outlet for USB and one for Ethernet be connected to two computers? |
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No you will have to use one or the other. In order to use more devices you will have to install a router to your modem.
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It depends on the modem, some will let you use both ports simultaneously, while others won't. and again your best bet is to get a router.
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Connect one to the the Net then use windows internet sharing system ISS to share the link betwen the two systems. Use a wireless 802.3 connection or a second NIC on the ISS system to the cable modem and then connect the USB computer and "bridge" or ISS the two sub nets together witout a router!
First answer by JohnWhitfield. Last edit by ID1204136431. Question popularity: 55 [recommend question]
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