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    transferring files from one comp to another

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Super_v.ILL.aiN, Dec 29, 2006.

  1. Super_v.ILL.aiN

    Super_v.ILL.aiN Notebook Consultant

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    could i use an ethernet cable for this? i want to download some things onto one computer then transfer to another(it's a long story why). what i've done before is just upload the files to a host and then download them onto the other computer but that is a pain...

    basically i just need the quickest way to send files from one comp to another...?
     
    Super_v.ILL.aiN, Dec 29, 2006
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  2. RedSensiStar

    RedSensiStar Notebook Deity

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    Load up AIM on both computers.

    Send the files using WiFi.
     
    RedSensiStar, Dec 29, 2006
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  3. mtrivs

    mtrivs Notebook Evangelist

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    Yes, you can use an ethernet cable for this. You will have to use a crossover cable instead of the usual patch cable. You then have to set static IP addresses for both computers. After this you will be able to explore each computers shared resources.
     
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  4. Phillip

    Phillip Phillip J. Fry

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    aka:set up a home network.......go to the new network wizard in the control panel.
    at least that's how I connected my laptop to my desktop.
     
    Phillip, Dec 29, 2006
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  5. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    Networking might be the fastest way, but if you don't have a network/crossover cable, an external HD is a pretty easy way to do it. In fact, if the files aren't too big, a jump drive might work.
     
    vespoli, Dec 29, 2006
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    Reezin14 Crimson Mantle Commander

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    I would go the crossover cable route like vespoli said faster.
     
    Reezin14, Dec 29, 2006
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  7. Super_v.ILL.aiN

    Super_v.ILL.aiN Notebook Consultant

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    thanks for all the help. i got the files transferred. :D
     
    Super_v.ILL.aiN, Dec 29, 2006
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