cable modems

[darktip]

Hi,

I currently have a dial connection, I'm planing on get a cabe high speed internet service. I'm gonna buy my own cabe modem. My ? is can I share the high speed service, like i do with my dial up connection?

[Rytr]

Yes

[Sledge]

Originally posted by darktip
Hi,

I currently have a dial connection, I'm planing on get a cabe high speed internet service. I'm gonna buy my own cabe modem. My ? is can I share the high speed service, like i do with my dial up connection?

Buy a Linksys router like the BEFSR41. Simplest way to share your connection and you get a fairly decent built in firewall (which is a must for broadband).

[Rytr]

Originally posted by Sledge
Buy a Linksys router like the BEFSR41. Simplest way to share your connection and you get a fairly decent built in firewall (which is a must for broadband).

I agree and the Linksys BEFSR41 is what I use and never had a problem.

[jnd3]

And if you're going to buy your own cable modem, may I recommend a Motorola? I've been quite happy with the SB4200 and a D-Link DI614+ wireless router...

Cheers,
JND

[bkswaney]

I have a D-Link DI-704P and it's wonderful. Built in firewall and all. :)
But I still use Zonealarm as a second firewall. I hate hackers. ;)

[Sledge]

Originally posted by bkswaney
I hate hackers. ;)

Gabe Newell? Is that you? :D

[stncttr908]

Motorola Surfboard modem and the mentioned Linksys router. You'd be all set with that.

[marqmajere]

I just bought the D-Link DI-604 router and I love it. Plug it it and go. Plus it's only $30. Not too shabby. :)