Connect mac and pc to DSL

My Mac is using Verizon DSL now, I just added a Window XP, I am wandering how to connect both Mac and PC to DSL? I heard about "Panther Internet Sharing", could anyone tell me what is about, and how does it work? Thanks!!

Your OS detail indicates you are running Tiger (10.4.x) and if accurate, Panther Internet Sharing won't be much help but internet sharing is also available with Tiger.
Have you considered purchasing a router to be connected to your DSL modem which will allow for connecting the PC and Mac to the router to share the DSL internet connection? The router will also include a Firewall for added protection in addition to the built-in Firewall included with OS X.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106658

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