Internet sharing on linux

[Rob Wultsch]

My home computer I have previously set for laptop to use as a gateway to 
the internet runs xp. My laptop now run debian, but will not allow my to 
surf the net through a crossover cable to the home computer. I can ping 
to the home computer from the laptop, but nothing beyond that.  To add 
more fun the laptop needs to be able to work on the lan that is at ASU 
(using dhcp).

My question is what do I need to change on the laptop in order to be 
able to surf the web. Help?
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Robert James Wultsch III
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