Broadcasting/sharing wireless using internal modem or airport

Until recently I have been able to send out a wireless signal to my colleagues after connecting my computer to a port via dsl (powerbook g4). Not sure how it was turned on, but one day I just found out this computer acted as a wireless hub. Then a few days ago I tried to pick up wireless myself (which it was previously unable to do), and since I have gotten that working, I can no longer send out a wireless signal. I have taken out the wireless card, but still to no avail. I have set my connection settings to - Sharing: on using internal modem; airport: on. Location: automatic; view: airport. Now, my internal modem reads: idle, as does my airport. I'm guessing this is the crux of the issue, but have no clue how to solve it. Weird thing is, the other computers recognise my wireless signal, say they are connected to it, but cannot get on the web through it. I am an absolute imbecile when it comes to this stuff, and have been racking my brain, so if anyone could help me I would be extremely grateful. Thanks, please, for the love of God help.

Jasonislost, Welcome to the discussion area!
Are you wanting to use the PowerBook to share a DSL
connection or a dial-up connection?
DSL connections are typically Ethernet and have
nothing to do with the internal modem.
If you are trying to share a DSL connection, you
should only need to visit the Sharing preference pane
and enable Internet sharing from Ethernet to AirPort.
BTW, life would be simpler if you used a wireless
router instead of your PowerBook to share the DSL
connection.
wow, thanks so much Duane, that worked perfectly. Phew, I am so grateful, and wow that was quick. Thank you infinitely, I feel a little dumb that it was apparently so simple, but I'd rather feel dumb than confused. Thanks again, man, I really appreciate it.
Jason

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