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For now you can use a sneaker net (run back and forth with floppies <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" /> ). Use Chainsaw to cut the patch into floppy size chunks.



if i do the um sneaker net, how do i know if the patch does not become corrupted or something?


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if both computers have network cards, then the one with internet should create a diskette which when executed in the other computer will enable connection between the two.

first internet sharing must be enabled in the computer with internet. this can be done in control panel, under add/remove program. one of the tabs will have that option. when that's enabled, then u can create that diskette.

physically, u need a network cable 2 run between them. a minimum of 10 metres is needed, i think.

anyway, if that is the path u choose then let me know so i'll provide more info.


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Do you have an internal modem in the HP? For an external ethernet based modem you would be able to connect the modem to a router (possibly including a firewall), and connect both computers to that. Check with your ISP and see if you can get them to replace the modem with one compatible with your new computer (preferably external ethernet based). You may be able to add a NIC to the HP to network them, or setup a direct cable connection between the computers.
There are a few tutorials and how-to examples at Practically Networked.


and did i happen to mention the fact that i am really really clueless abt computers?

You see the light right at the end of the passage? Yeah, that's me.