I have a completely newbe question.
If there are two computers both running WinXP and I have a USB cable, is it possible to network by just connecting the two computers via the cable?
Is there anything that I need to do/click?
Thanks!
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Nope, not possible. You need a Ethernet Cross Over Cable to do this job. There cheap and available at bestbuy and other retailers.
BTW: You will need like an adapter to hook into the usb card anyware becasue both ends on the cable are different. But all around, the usb still wont work. -
Actually, that's not 100% true. If you're using a standard USB cable, then no, you can't do it. But, if you have one of those USB transfer/network cables, you will be able to connect directly via USB and transfer your data. Below is a link to this type of product.
http://www.homenethelp.com/web/review/pc-linq.asp
This used to be an expensive way to transfer files, but these days the prices have dropped a lot. Below is a link to TigerDirect that I've seen that sells these types of products.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/search.asp?keywords=usb+transfer+cable
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Wow, thanks VB. I never knew that, you learn something new everyday.
I always thought of something out there like that, but i didnt look for him because he just ask for a standard usb cable. -
Thanks to both of you!
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lol, yes, we are pretty useful. Check my guide if you have more questions
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My question is how do you connect the two computers?
I did this on my friend's computer to transfer some files and I used an ethernet cable, transfer cable or not I don't know...I stole one from the school that was lying around
It's baby blue as well haha
I just used microsoft's create a home network wizard and then placed both computers in a new workgroup and then did it like that...is there another way?
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Im believe that is the only way, if not, this way is the easiest.
And yes, you used what is called a " Crossover Cable".
Networking on the fly
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Dissatisfied, Nov 11, 2005.