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vsp · 10-23-2005, 10:25 AM

Networking question:

I have an Athlon 1300 running 98SE, the aforementioned iMac currently running OS 9, and a Verizon ADSL connection. If I plug my DSL modem into either computer, it connects to the account just fine. Obviously, though, I would like to have both connected at once, wirelessly if possible.

Anyone have experiences with router/adapter brands that worked (or didn't) cross-platform specifically? I have a reasonable belief that most router brands will work well enough cabled with this setup, but I don't want to drop a lot of cash on a USB adaptor and find out that it's not compatible.

(This model of iMac does not have an AirPort slot.)

Also, will the router allow the Athlon and iMac to see each other's files, or do I need additional hardware for that? (I'm sure that tinkering on the software level will be required.)

10-23-2005, 10:25 AM	#10
vsp Syndrome of a Down Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: West Chester Posts: 1,367	Networking question: I have an Athlon 1300 running 98SE, the aforementioned iMac currently running OS 9, and a Verizon ADSL connection. If I plug my DSL modem into either computer, it connects to the account just fine. Obviously, though, I would like to have both connected at once, wirelessly if possible. Anyone have experiences with router/adapter brands that worked (or didn't) cross-platform specifically? I have a reasonable belief that most router brands will work well enough cabled with this setup, but I don't want to drop a lot of cash on a USB adaptor and find out that it's not compatible. (This model of iMac does not have an AirPort slot.) Also, will the router allow the Athlon and iMac to see each other's files, or do I need additional hardware for that? (I'm sure that tinkering on the software level will be required.) Last edited by vsp; 10-23-2005 at 10:39 AM.