Use ethernet cables to connect computers, and then set up a home or small network connectionon both computers, and have the same workgroup on the computers. Just go to network connections in control panel, and on network tasks to the right press the set up a home or small office network, and follow the instructions!
But I don't know really, what you want, so be more specific!
I want to connect my two computers to share file and folders. I am not sure what cable to get other than the serial data transfer cable w/ female ends. I have xp and will connect a computer with win 2000. Only the xp computers will get to the net I think. I have regular USb cable but I read where thats a no no. Suggestions??
You are absolutely correct, sir... I was just assuming they didn't own a switch or router and probably didn't want to purchase additional hardware. ( based on his topic title and he is looking at the files and transfer wizard ).
On any computer running Windows XP with SP1, disable the Windows XP firewall. It will not allow File and Printer Sharing. On computers running Windows XP with SP2, make sure that the Windows XP firewall has File and Printer Sharing checked off on the Exceptions tab. If you are running any third party firewalls, like those provided by such programs as Zone Alarm, Norton Internet Security, or McAfee Security Suite, make sure they are configured to allow local network traffic
Thinking ahead of the curve usually gets me in trouble. Now, if the OP has two comuters they now have a network waiting to happen. Providing they have broadband, the router is the best choice and the old machine could be used as a filer server.
OK- Router seems to be best for a server filer. I have just tried the rs232 cables,, while it will work ,,it not as efficient as I can already see,, so router will do soon as I get one.. Any more suggestions??
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Message Edited by pcgeek11 on 04-19-2007 03:00 AM
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http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/setup/default.mspx
http://www.pcworld.com/video/id,368-page,1-bid,0/video.html
http://www.practicallynetworked.com/howto/
http://www.theeldergeek.com/quick_guide_to_simple_file_sharing.htm
On any computer running Windows XP with SP1, disable the Windows XP firewall. It will not allow File and Printer Sharing. On computers running Windows XP with SP2, make sure that the Windows XP firewall has File and Printer Sharing checked off on the Exceptions tab. If you are running any third party firewalls, like those provided by such programs as Zone Alarm, Norton Internet Security, or McAfee Security Suite, make sure they are configured to allow local network traffic
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