[wellylug] Linux and XP

[Jeff Hunt]

No, in my experience each machine needs the DNS servers. They are a
static address for months and years at a time and I think you will
find this is the problem. (or at least part of it).

If you type ipconfig into the XP box it just may tell you what the DNS
servers are. Or there will be some other command to do it. But they
will be on the Telecom site and I think they are essential.

Meanwhile try to ping 202.27.219.13 This will not require DNS (dynamic
name servers) and is an external site in the Waikato that will respond
to a ping. It wil tell you if you are able to reach outside without
using DNS.

On 14/01/2012, Glenn Morrissey <glennstuartmorrissey at gmail.com> wrote:
> Thanks Jeff
>
> I dial up to Telecom, and under XP connection settings it has 'obtain
> DNS Server settings automatically', so I am unsure about how this will
> affect Linux.
> I know I get a different IP address every time I connect to Telecom.
>
> Im a bit lost, shouldnt the only DNS server info for Linux be the DNS
> server settings in XP?
>
> On a positive note, atleast I can connect via my USB Stick, but thats
> not solving the problem of my Dialup modem, which I cant remove or
> replace, since its a laptop and on the motherboard, and why I cant get
> internet sharing.
>
> Glenn.
>
>
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