Ethernet question (and other forms of networking)?
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Try this link:http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/setup/default.mspx\n\nhttp://www.xsanity.com/article.php/20050602163711913
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About Wired LANs\n\nWired LANs use Ethernet cables and network adapters. Although two computers can be directly wired to each other using an Ethernet crossover cable, wired LANs generally also require central devices like hubs, switches, or routers to accommodate more computers. \nFor dial-up connections to the Internet, the computer hosting the modem must run Internet Connection Sharing or similar software to share the connection with all other computers on the LAN. Broadband routers allow easier sharing of cable modem or DSL Internet connections, plus they often include built-in firewall support. \n\nInstallation\nEthernet cables must be run from each computer to another computer or to the central device. It can be time-consuming and difficult to run cables under the floor or through walls, especially when computers sit in different rooms. Some newer homes are pre-wired with CAT5 cable, greatly simplifying the cabling process and minimizing unsightly cable runs. \nThe correct cabling configuration for a wired LAN varies depending on the mix of devices, the type of Internet connection, and whether internal or external modems are used. However, none of these options pose any more difficulty than, for example, wiring a home theater system. \n\nAfter hardware installation, the remaining steps in configuring either wired or wireless LANs do not differ much. Both rely on standard Internet Protocol and network operating system configuration options. Laptops and other portable devices often enjoy greater mobility in wireless home network installations (at least for as long as their batteries allow). \n\nCost\nEthernet cables, hubs and switches are very inexpensive. Some connection sharing software packages, like ICS, are free; some cost a nominal fee. Broadband routers cost more, but these are optional components of a wired LAN, and their higher cost is offset by the benefit of easier installation and built-in security features. \nReliability\nEthernet cables, hubs and switches are extremely reliable, mainly because manufacturers have been continually improving Ethernet technology over several decades. Loose cables likely remain the single most common and annoying source of failure in a wired network. When installing a wired LAN or moving any of the components later, be sure to carefully check the cable connections. \nBroadband routers have also suffered from some reliability problems in the past. Unlike other Ethernet gear, these products are relatively new, multi-function devices. Broadband routers have matured over the past several years and their reliability has improved greatly. \n\nPerformance\nWired LANs offer superior performance. Traditional Ethernet connections offer only 10 Mbps bandwidth, but 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet technology costs little more and is readily available. Although 100 Mbps represents a theoretical maximum performance never really achieved in practice, Fast Ethernet should be sufficient for home file sharing, gaming, and high-speed Internet access for many years into the future. \nWired LANs utilizing hubs can suffer performance slowdown if computers heavily utilize the network simultaneously. Use Ethernet switches instead of hubs to avoid this problem; a switch costs little more than a hub. \n\nSecurity\nFor any wired LAN connected to the Internet, firewalls are the primary security consideration. Wired Ethernet hubs and switches do not support firewalls. However, firewall software products like ZoneAlarm can be installed on the computers themselves. Broadband routers offer equivalent firewall capability built into the device, configurable through its own software.\n\nAbout Wireless LANs\nPopular WLAN technologies all follow one of the three main Wi-Fi communication standards. The benefits of wireless networking depend on the standard employed: \n802.11b was the first standard to be widely used in WLANs. \nThe 802.11a standard is faster but more expensive than 802.11b; 802.11a is more commonly found in busi
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Well since this question is under networking do you mean like Serial, fastethernet, ethernet, BRI, dailer, interfaces?\nthen of course there are different types of serial interfaces and such do you need those because unfortunetly I do not know WAN products that much.\n\nIf you clairfy your question a little bit more I am sure one of will be able to provide the right answer.
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Use office grade equipment Ethernet cat 5, LAN, Gateway, Switch, Bridges etc
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The cheapest way to go is to just plug into the Ethernet ports on the router. Of course the desktop must be fairly close to the router and have an Ethernet NIC. Why introduce the difficulties of wireless unless needed, the Ethernet connection will be much stabler. You can network a win98 and winxp machine with few difficulties either way.
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Just buy a wireless router with a built in Ethernet switch & do away with the other router.\nOf course you will need to have a wireless card for your laptop if you don't already.
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use a router.  Plug the cable modem into the back of the router where it says "Internet" and each individual computer where it has ports for the CPUs.
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Since the wireless ethernet question is the only one that belongs here:\n\nWireless ethernet is simply a method of connecting to an ethernet network using radio frequency transmitters and receivers, rather than a hard-wired connection.  It is analagous to a wireless telephone vs. one that's hard-wired to a wall outlet.
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If Windows XP try this site...\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/bowman_02april08.mspx
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You can use LapLink to send files back and forth.  However,\nforget the old technology.  Dawn of a new day!  Enter the real world of ethernet..  You can do it!  I have faith in you.\n\nGood luck!\nKOZ\nhttp://www.affirmative-computer-services.com\ncomputer service phoenix
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Easy!! What you need is just a crossed network cable (It's not the same as usual UTF5 cable in just that the TX and RX are swaped. Connect them together (I suppose than your machines already have LAN cards installed). And then follow network configuration wizard in Windows XP (something named like "setup network connection" in control panel).
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if both the computers are having ethernet ports then you can connect them using an ethernet cross cable...or you can also connect them by connecting their serial ports...
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It's actually possible with some broadband routers. If it has both a usb and an ethernet connection, try installing the usb on one and the ethernet on the other.
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Windows ME you mean?\n\nYes of course - either buy an ethernet cross-over cable and network them together, or plug them both into a networking switch.\n\nAssign them both similar IP addresses ie\n\n192.168.1.1 for the PC\n255.255.255.0 subnet mask\n\n192.168.1.2 for the laptop\n255.255.255.0\n\nMake sure they're both in the same workgroup and all you need to do now is share the files and you're done.
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you can always use a router or you can buy a lan adapter. it's like a lan hub
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yes, an ethernet cable.  You can get just about anywhere (Wal-Mart, K-mart, Radio Shack, Office Depot, Computer store, etc).  Cost will depend on legnth of cable needed and whether you get CAT 5 or CAT 6 Cable. (Cat 5 should be fine for in-home use)
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Its called the ethernet Card... at the back of the CPU.. having something like a telephone plug....\n\nThanks...