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I have two computers one RH7.0 and one Win98. I also have a broadband
connection (10 Mbps). I want to be able to access it from both
computers (no one will be constantly on) so I bought a hub. Well that
works great. Both computers get a separate IP address asigned to it
(it's dynamic) and are able to access the internet.

Now my real question is how I should do to share files between my
computers? I especially want to be able to play mp3s thats on the Win98
in linux but other stuff too. I really don't now much about this but my
guess is that the addresses being dynamic will be a problem. Am I right?

What options do I have? Samba, VPN (both?)? Maybe I have to add another
set of NICs to do local networking to (I already have one unused so I
only have to buy one more to put into the RH box)? Or can one NIC have
two IP addresses (one dynamic + one static)?

Thanks for helping a newbie with water over his head,

-Tomas Bj?rklund

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Also, it sounds like you're appropriating two IPs direcly from your
broadband provider.  If that's true, then both your machines are
exposed on the internet.  Obviously that's a security issue.  Setting
up a samba server opens up even more (easier) ways to get into your
machines.

How important security is to you is your call =p.

But, if your linux machine is going to stay up, then I suggest another
configuration: for your linux box to act as a gateway/firewall
protecting your win98 machine.  Additional hardware required: another
eth card in your linux box.  Money saved: only need one ip address
from your provider.

There are PLENTY of docs and how-tos out there that describe how to
set this up.

-Patrick Tou