 | | | Internet connection through win2000 pro | Internet connection through win2000 pro 2003-01-11 - By James P. Roberts
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> Hello,
> I'm just started to use Red Hat 7.1 in my office. But i don't know
> anything about RetHat. So i need some suggestion; for example where
can
> i start, what should i do for fast learning, etc.
>
> But before that, there are two computers in my office. One of them
which
> i'm using as a server uses win2000 pro. And i don't know how can i
> connect to internet using this computer's connection. There is a
network
> connection.
>
> Thanks now...
Actually, Linux is so much better as a server than Windows (any
variety), that I would strongly recommend using the Linux box as the
server, connected to the internet. Then, all you need to do is turn on
"IP packet forwarding." Setting up a firewall is more of an art, but
the flexibility and control possible with Linux versus Windows, not to
mention raw performance... well... it's well worth learning
"iptables." Or, you can use the older, somewhat less capable
"ipchains," or just select one of the default firewall configurations
during RedHat installation (which is ipchains based, in RH 7.1).
Then, the win2000 box can connect to the internet through your Linux
machine. Much cleaner than the other way around, as far as I know.
Also, more reliable, because Linux downtime (read "time spent
re-booting") is much less. Experience the joy of installing new
software without having to reboot!!!!
Achieving just the above will teach you quite a bit about just basic
"getting around" in Linux. I recommend it as a first exercise.
Google is your friend! If you include the keywords "how-to" and "linux"
in your query, it will often take you right to what you need.
As far as wiring... whichever box is connected to the internet will
need a spare ethernet card. You can either use a "cross-over cable" to
connect the machines together, or use a multi-port switch or hub between
them, with regular "CAT5" or "CAT6" patch cables connecting them all
together. (Switches are better than hubs. CAT6 is better than CAT5,
but is probably overkill for most situations.)
Keep on asking questions, as you go. Learning can be fun!
Regards,
Jim
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