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how does DHCP connection work under ubuntu.

Asked by geek_inn

I just wanted to know how does ubuntu assigns ip adderess inside network for ubuntu system,my ISP told me that he doesnt support linux pc's.also is the ip assigned during boot time.To insert a Network module which file needs to be edited and how?

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François Tissandier (baloo) said : 		#1

Ubuntu as a desktop system does not assign IPs. You need to have an Ubuntu server somewhere with the DHCP server running.

But usually, it's your router which includes the DHCP server. If that's your case, you basically have nothing to do: plug the cable in, and Ubuntu should get an IP.

The IP will be assigned during boot time, yes.

What do you mean by "To insert a Network module"? Network client is installed by default. If you want to have a DHCP server, that's more complicated; I have never done it, you will need some extra help.

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geek_inn (ajmal82) said : 		#2

partly,this answered first question but my NIC ethernet card is not detected by default thats why i wanted to load network card modules at boot.ALSO i have strange problem the wired network is connected but i dont connection to internet,here in india,my place MY ISP uses a
EXE file for authontification which has individual used id and password.i og on every time in
XP but this file doesnt even run inside wine in ubuntu,so i dont get connection?

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François Tissandier (baloo) said : 		#3

For the modules at boot, I'm not sure. If you install the module for the kernel, I think it's loaded at boot, but it's better if someone can confirm.

About the exe file of your ISP, I have no idea if there is another solution. Did you check in forums using the name of your ISP? You can't be the only one in this situation.

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