Both Client and Host Require Logon for ICS to Function

In order for the Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) host to function, you must log on to the computer running ICS.

All clients must have an active network stack to be able to gain access to the Internet via the ICS computer. To activate the network stack, you must log in. If you click Cancel in any logon screen, the network stack is disabled and you do not have network connectivity.

If security is not an issue, you can configure your computer to automatically log on to Windows by following these steps:

1. Click Start, point t Settings, click Control Panel, and then double-click Network.
2. In the Primary Network Logon box, click Windows Logon.
3. Click OK.
4. When you are prompted to restart the computer, do so.
5. When you are prompted for your Windows logon information, type the appropriate user name, leave the password blank, and then click OK.