Paul Howarth wrote:
Bob Goodwin wrote:
This computer [box1] runs FC-5 and has a wireless connection to the
internet via eth0, into a wireless bridge, to a wireless router
connected to a satellite receiver/modem.
I also can exchange files via Samba on eth1, with a Windows XP
computer [box5] which has no internet connection other than a
conventional modem which is now useless since I terminated my service
with AT&T Worldnet. I don't often use the XP computer but I would
like to be able to update applications and sync the clock
occasionally. I would like to connect it to my ISP through this
computer to avoid buying yet another wireless adapter.
I haven't had much luck "googling" but probably am not inputing the
right keywords. Most of what I found was about connecting Linux via
a Windows box. Can anyone suggest where to look for
information/instructions on connecting an XP system via Linux?
I'd set up the Linux box as a router/firewall using shorewall (which
is in Extras).
Here's a HOWTO:
http://www.shorewall.net/two-interface.htm
Paul.
After looking at the shorewall diagrams I wonder if I could not
reconfigure my system. Presently I have a Linksys WET54G wireless
bridge feeding this computer[box1] via eth0 and an old Linksys EZXS55W
5-port ethernet switch connected to eth1 and some other computers
including the XP computer [box5].
What if I move the switch between the wireless bridge and this computer
[box1, eth0]. It seems I should be able to tie the XP box5 into one of
the four remaining ethernet ports on the switch and get both a route to
the internet and between boxes via Samba. Before embarking on that
effort I would like more knowledgeable comment however. I'm probably
getting in over my head but I usually manage to muddle through such
things eventually if they can be done.
I have been using Firestarter to setup the firewall for some time but
could probably manage with Shorewall if necessary.
Any comment appreciated.
Bob Goodwin Zuni, Virginia
