unable to share internet from multiple users XP home

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I have Windows XP home edition, and have seup 4 user accounts. Along with a
purchased copy of Macfee. This copy has been updated and I scan for viruses
weekly.
Currently my problem is if I am on my user account -- on the internet and a
spreadsheet and I need to switch to another account (user account B) I will
need to retype in the password for Macafee and this account is (user account
B) unable to get on the internet.
Why? And how could I correct this problem. Thank you in advance.
 
My advice would be:

If you have broadband or cable, ditch the ICS and get a router. More
secure, and no dependence on one computer.

Ditch McAfee and get a decent antivirus product. AVG, NOD32, Trend Micro, or
whatever. It used to be that Norton was the one to avoid, from recent
experience I'd now have to add McAfee to that list.

With a router the Windows firewall is perfectly adequate. Otherwise, use
Kerio or ZoneAalarm.
 
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