connecting 2 pcs

[teamgta]

my friend has 2 computers. He connected them with crossover cable. The xp machine can c the 98 and can transfer files. when u go on the 98 it can c the xp but cannot acces it. Whats going on?

[DrZaius]

Hi teamgta,

Has he tried using NetBEUI between the two systems?

[teamgta]

no he used the xp networking wizard to set it up

[Mac Medic]

Is it XP-Pro? If so follow these instructions

http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/xp_filesharing/index.htm

[bigdog92]

screw the cable just get a cheap router and put them in a workgroup that will solve any problem you have.

[teamgta]

oem_guy_2002 -- no he has home.
Ill give him the idea to get a router but i donno what hell say.

[glc]

You simply have to add a user account to the XP box with the same logon name and password that's used on the 98 box.

[ktkendall]

The router and workgroup idea I do not see the advantage there. You can still put in same workgroup with direct PC to PC. Why buy a router unless you need one to share internet connection or wan connection. Basically a router links two dissimilar networks togother, and the hub or switch part of the router will do no better with just 2 pc's than if you direct connect the 2.

[teamgta]

GLC thanx it worked.