Posted April 1, 2006 Hey I'm thinking of getting broadband and I don't really know much about what. So I need a bit of help. My current situation. One phone socket downstairs. I have a huge ass cable running from that to my PC in my bedroom. My mum then disconnects mine and uses her cable when she using her laptop downstairs. I would like broadband so we can both use it at the same time, how do you think it would be best to do this? Because I know some people who share constantly go offline and get disconnected and I don't want that happening. Cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 1, 2006 Get a router like this http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000E0YHF/qid=1143912924/sr=8-4/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i4_xgl/203-1067459-2113527, Most routers have enough ports for 4 PC's. Run a 'huge ass' network cable (cat5 patch cable) from it to your PC. Don't forget to fit a microfilter into the phone socket so that you don't get cut off every time the phone rings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 1, 2006 Usually when you get the modem you'll get a microfilter with it, i found that with BT and Wandoo, i think most provders will give you one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 1, 2006 Why not get a wireless router while you're at it and lose the 'huge ass cable'? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 1, 2006 Why not get a wireless router while you're at it and lose the 'huge ass cable'? Aren't said 'huge ass cables' more realiable then a wireless signal though? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 1, 2006 Aren't said 'huge ass cables' more realiable then a wireless signal though? Well yes, as long as its not reallyreally 'huge ass' a cable will always be more reliable - but I connect to my wireless router using a fairly basic USB adapter through two fairly thick walls with very, very few connection issues. I also use my Nintendo DS online from upstairs using the same router and no problems. I think wireless connections have improved lately. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted April 2, 2006 I really can't be fussed with wireless though. It's just a novelty for a house of my size. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
