I am a complete n00b to Linux - Network Connection question

[crusty]

Ok, here's the story: I just tried Knoppix 3.6 today on my old Windows 98 SE computer, and I got it running fine and everything. I try to load up the browsers they give me, but it just says "host not found," or something like that. I have a network between this computer and my XP one downstairs.. it's just a Microsoft LAN connection network thingy.

..how would I set the connection up with Linux? :oops: :(

[crusty]

(I have this (http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/broadbandnetworking/productdetails.aspx?pid=003) base, and this (http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/broadbandnetworking/systemrequirements.aspx?pid=007) adapter).

[CrashedAgain]

Connections between windows & linux systems are done with 'samba'. Search this forum and/or google for setup howto's. Easiest way is to use 'Linneighbourhood' which comes with Knoppix. Here is a couple of links to get you started:
http://www.knoppix.net/docs/index.php/FaqNetwork
http://www.knoppix.net/docs/index.php/FaqSambaQuick

[CrashedAgain]

Hmmm. I just checked out your links, it appears you have a wireless connection. Linux support for these is not outstanding. (read between the lines...this might be a toughie)
I have found a few links:
http://www.linuxquestions.org/questions/history/222353
http://tuxmobil.org/pcmcia_ci10500.html
http://www.knoppix.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11937
I can't help much, don't use wireless.
Good luck.