problem with the internet connection

inverted.gravity · 02-09-2006, 05:12 AM

First of all i have to mention that im a complete newb in all aspects in this linux world.

I have installed the newest debian dist on my amd 64 athlon 2ghz bla bla i dont know. And i thought it would alteast get the internet connection to work. Im using a adsl modem of some kind. What should i do?

I don't want to go back using windows again!

stormrider_may · 02-09-2006, 11:50 AM

Is your modem a usb or a ethernet one? Are you using it as a router (connected to a hub/switch and sharing it to a lan) or as a bridge (connected directly to your computer) ?

if you are using it as a ethernet router, just config your ethernet card to dhcp, and probaly you will be online.