Norman,

I receive my internet by cable via a STB (set top box) so I can't turn that
off as I then lose my tv.

Any further ideas?

Thanks, Ted

"N. Miller" wrote in message
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On Thu, 30 Jun 2005 17:24:12 +0100, Ted W wrote:

I've just moved from dial-up to broadband for my internet access.

To reduce the risk of attack whilst I'm not using the internet I would
like
to disconnect the pc from the network without unplugging it.

I was using "winipcfg" to release my connection when not required.

After installing "NetMeter" I've noticed that although I release my IP
address all UL's stop but the DL count still continues (albeit small,
also
I'm sure if this count goes towards my download limit).

Is there any way I can disconnect/disable the nic when it is not
required?

Ted

ADSL, or cable? I think cable modems have a stanby switch. My ADSL modem
does not; I am not sure about others. If you have ADSL with PPPoE, you
should be able to use the PPPoE manager to "hang up". Other than that, a
router would be an excellent purchase. You should be able to find a decent
router for around $30, or so. Your NIC is not connected directly to the
modem, so you are not exposed to unsolicited packets; the router handles
that part of the connection.

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