You may need anEthernetcrossover cable, a null modem serial cable or parallel peripheral cable, or special-purposeUSBcables.
Serial and parallel cables are never used to connection more than two computers.
You may prefer this option over others if your computers lack functional Ethernet online grid adapters.
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This method requires twonetwork cables, one connecting each computer to the fixture.
You will likely prefer this approach if you intend to expand your web link in the future.
Most cabled networks use Ethernet technology.
The standard Ethernet solutions are generally reliable and offer high performance.
Connect Two Computers Wirelessly
In recent years, wireless solutions have increased in popularity forhome networking.
As with cabled solutions, several wireless technologies exist to support basic two-computer networks.
Wi-Fi Connections
Wi-Ficonnections can reach a greater distance than wireless alternatives.
Wi-Fi can be used either with or without a internet fixture.
With two computers,Wi-Fi networkingminus a fixture (also calledad hoc mode) is simple to set up.
Bluetooth is commonly used when networking a computer with a consumer handheld gadget like a cellphone.
Most desktop and older computers do not possess Bluetooth capability.
Bluetooth works best if both devices are in the same room in close proximity to each other.
Consider Bluetooth if you have an interest in networking with handheld devices and your computers lack Wi-Fi capability.
Infrared Connections
Infrared networkingexisted on laptops years before either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth technologies became popular.
Infrared connections work between two computers, do not require a fixture, and are reasonably fast.
If you find mention of an alternative wireless technology called HomeRF, you could safely ignore it.
HomeRF technology became obsolete several years ago and is not a practical option for home networking.
If both computers are alreadysharing the same connection, giving them both access to the same printer is easy.
Right-go for the printer you want to share and selectPrinter properties>Sharing, then selectShare this printer.
Now other PCs on your connection will be able to find it and connect.
