Verizon? Modem? $$?

[xBiscuit]

So, I got my cousin's computer and I tried to get internet on it with a router but it didn't work. So, I was thinking to get another modem attached to the other computer so I can get internet from it. But, the question is can I just get another modem from a friend/store, plug it in, and get internet access or is there a special step I have to do to get internet from that modem? Post links/guides to help me, please. Or, anything straight from your brain.

[k[ore]]

it depends how you have your own internet setup. you're trying to plug in another computer into your already existing network?

you only need 1 modem, ever. you can either just plug the computer in by ethernet cable or by a wireless card and if you network is secured enter the credentials and you should be ready to go.

[xBiscuit]

kore, what do you mean by putting the Ethernet cable into it?

I have one modem. No router. I don't see how this is possible? where do I jack the other end of the Ethernet cable?

[Wilfukguys]

I have Sprint Modem Broadband shit.
Its a USB that you just plug into your computer and take it with you wherever you want to go ;D

[Simultaneous]

Originally Posted by xBiscuit

kore, what do you mean by putting the Ethernet cable into it?

I have one modem. No router. I don't see how this is possible? where do I jack the other end of the Ethernet cable?

One into the port on the modem, one into the computer.

Also, buy a router.
It makes everything easier.

[k[ore]]

you modem must be really really old cause mine is a wireless modem/router combo. if its just only a modem you can only have 1 connection unless you get a router to split the connection(s)

i don't think you can plug in any additional modem from any unused jack to a modem/computer.

[Simultaneous]

Originally Posted by k[ore]

you modem must be really really old cause mine is a wireless modem/router combo. if its just only a modem you can only have 1 connection unless you get a router to split the connection(s)

i don't think you can plug in any additional modem from any unused jack to a modem/computer.

My modem is wired, only. And it's only a couple months old.

[xBiscuit]

Sim, I did buy a router. For, some reason it couldn't set up on my computer which was fucking irritating.

kore, should I buy a new modem? or another modem? And, will it add more money to my bill if I buy another modem and add it to my network?

[k[ore]]

Originally Posted by Simultaneous

My modem is wired, only. And it's only a couple months old.

he has verizon as well as i do. i ordered dsl with them a few years ago and got the router

Originally Posted by xBiscuit

Sim, I did buy a router. For, some reason it couldn't set up on my computer which was fucking irritating.

kore, should I buy a new modem? or another modem? And, will it add more money to my bill if I buy another modem and add it to my network?

it couldn't setup? did you follow the instructions or call verizon? or don't you have a nerd friend/cousin who can do it for you? its not hard, phonejack -> modem -> router -> computer(s)

its PPPoE so i believe you need login details for verizon though even though i never entered them on my own router but i could if i wanted to.

[xBiscuit]

Yes, I stuck there too. I don't know what my dad used for the username or password so I need to call them.

Also, its a linksys router and I bought it so I don't think I can call a verizon nerd for that...But, can I?