Also, when I opened up the last folder underneath the “Interfaces” tree, there is an entry called DHCPServer which has 255.255.255.255 as its value.
Find out from your isp what are your ip, subnet mask, gateway, and dns addresses assigned to you.
Then, open your Network Connections. Now, right click on and select Properties for your local connection.
Next, click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click on the Properties button just below and to the right.
On the General Tab, you’ll see...
*Obtain an IP address automatically
*Use the following IP address.
Choose the second option by clicking the “Radio” button.
Now, enter your ip, subnet mask, and gateway addresses in the appropriate fields.
Do the same for the dns section.
Click OK. Now, reboot your pc, and then check your connection.
BTW, Did you modify your “Hosts” file yet?