ethernet port in the back of your PC? XP could be reporting it as being unplugged.
i have a host dell desktop with xp and a guest emachine desktop also with xp. i have a linksys broadband router and a linksys wireless card. the dell has working internet with no problems. i have tried to set up a network (many times) and the wireless connection is fine. however, the local area connection says "the network cable is unplugged". ??? its wireless, right? what does this mean?

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