Creating a virtual NIC on windows 7

Question

How to create a virtual NIC on Windows 7 ? I need the Device Drivers for installing the Virtual NIC that can be listed in Device Manager.

When Enabled it should connect to the same computer. I want to share my internet connection on this virtual LAN and then use it.

Answer 1

Under hdwwiz.exe - ... - Select from list - Network Adapters, you should have a "Microsoft Loopback Adapter" device.

• Microsoft Knowledge Base: How to install the Microsoft Loopback adapter in Windows XP
• How to install a Loopback Adapter in Windows 7