how can i setup my ubuntu machine as a router

[Carl Karsten]

Mustafa Abbasi wrote:
> my ubuntu machine connects directly to internet via a cable modem.
> i wanted to share my  connection wth the other computer in the house.
> one is an xbox and one is a windows xp machine.
> in winxp i just enable internet coneection sharing.
> how do i do it here.
> 

apt-get install shorewall

http://www.shorewall.net/two-interface.htm

you will need to tweek a few things to keep using your box on the net - otherwise 
only the computers behind it will be able to do anything.

Carl K