Re: MAC Networking
George Scott (gscott@mail.central.stpaul.k12.mn.us)
Wed, 7 Feb 1996 00:04:19 EST
Carol L. Tilly <ctilley.dahs@incolsa.palni.edu> wrote:
> I will purchasing a small # of Macs (5-8) to use for Internet access and
> hypermedia projects. It looks like I'll be able to put in a 56K line to
> provide the 'net access, so my question is this:
>
> Do I have to have a dedicated Mac server and ethernet network to support
> the 56K line? I know that theoretically LocalTalk can support TCP/IP,
> but is it feasible. I'm trying to do the most that I can with limited $.
> I would appreciate any input or advice.
You will need a CSU/DSU....a sort of modem, a router to the Internet
..it routes packets or information to its destination.., some kind
of router or gateway between AppleTalk and the Internet, IP
Addresses, and if you want to run any servers you will need to
register with a Domain Name Server...probably with your Internet
provider.
Nothing simple...or cheap...with the Internet.
George Scott
Communications Technology
Central Sr. High School
gscott@mail.central.stpaul.k12.mn.us