On Jul 4, 2011, at 10:25 PM, Tom wrote: > Hey now, wait a minute. You mean this modem is also capable of running > a LAN? I thought a modem only connected to the Internet. I had no idea > it might be able to allow file sharing between computers as well.
Some DSL and Cable modems include a router, WAP (Wireless Access Point) and switch. What are typically called a wireless router are router / WAP / switch combos. Typically manufacturers refer to their product by the name of one of it's functions rather than confusing people. > > I thought setting up a LAN required an Airport base station > transmitting to Airport cards in the Macs and things like that, and I > don't have any base station or Airport cards. > > How can I test this modem set-up to see if I really have a LAN here? Try looking up the modem model on the Web. Clark Martin Redwood City, CA, USA Macintosh / Internet Consulting "I'm a designated driver on the Information Super Highway" -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
