How do I connect my ancient G3 to the internet?

Hi. I need to get online with my old Powerbook G3 Series running Mac OS 8.1. Internet connection would be via a Motorola SB5100, or the PC that's currently connected to it. Can it be done? Otherwise what are the options to connect to the internet? Thanks for your help.

the modem sees the mac but I get error messages from the browser.
What did the browser report?
According to my modem's manual I should be able to use both the USB and the Ethernet connections at the same time, but maybe my ISP has a way to prevent this?
There is also a line about that not all service providers support multiple user service. It is not clear to me whether or not (for example) double IP addresses are needed from the ISP in order to handle two computers (one Ethernet and one USB), or if the modem contains some kind of routing arrangement. You may want to check this with your ISP. Do you have access to an external router?
I have tried disconnecting the USB cable to my other PC, restarting the modem and the Mac but still nothing.
Have you been using USB or Ethernet for the PC connection earlier?
Perhaps you could try to disconnect (power off) the modem for an hour or so, and then try with only the PowerBook.
Jan

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