I had my computers networked just fined, reformatted the computer and set up the network the exACt same way as before but now whenever i restart it wont connect back to the internet. I am using a linksys etherfast cable dsl router, a dsl connection, running windows xp. can someone please help me.

Look in the setup guide for the router. You have to reset the router to see the computer again. Also, is your network running OK?

Need more info: Do all/some of the machines all access the net, but not each other? Is file and print sharing enabled? Can you ----- Power down the modem, router, and pc's, then re-start each in the same order as above. Wait for the modem to sync, then router, now boot the pc's. LL

following on from the above folks, visit: http://www.dslreports.com excellent guides to cover it all for dsl/cable. Similarly: http://www.helmig.com has an excellent sharing an isp section (dun/cable/dsl). Perhaps a visit to both will help you restore it all?