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thierryhenry · 14-01-07, 01:46 AM

Hi guys im new here, and im also a noob

okay here is what i need help on BIG help

I want to make a network between 2 computers and i want to share a printer, internet connection and also files.

Please help me decide which network to go with wired or wireless and can i please have an estimate of the costs of both wired and wireless?

and finally, what hardware do i need for networking 2 computers? and where can i find a guide on how to network 2 computers and do what i mentioned with them?

BIG THANKS IN ADVANCE

Wheeler777 · 23-01-07, 02:47 PM

all you need is a wireless router with an integrated usb port, setup to share the printer, make and model is a matter of personal choice, go to google and type wireless router reviews, forums will help if you have a problem but we do like you to have tried yourself first, for what its worth i am using an asus wl-500g which would do what you want, gl.

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Danechip · 25-01-07, 09:25 AM

Or get yourself a "crossover" network cable. Should cost a tenner for 20 meter cable (it depends on the distance you need to run it)

Chances are you already have network (RJ45) sockets. you simply just plug the cable in each end. Network cards will cost no more than a fiver really should you need to install one.

Once plugged in, use network wizard in XP to get going, or google for help. It's one of the oldest questions asked in forums, with a lot of step by step guides out there.

keith43 · 03-02-07, 04:00 PM

As the two posts above have said, it depends wot u want. I have two comps, laptop and a standard comp. I use a wireless router, speedtouch something, really easy to set up. But you also need to consider what type of net connection you have, adsl? or cable, as you will need different routers for both.

For the ADSL connection, you need one with a modem router, but with a cable connection you need just a router.

If ebuyer is a good website for routers, i got mine from there. £40 should get you a decent one.

dashby · 07-04-07, 08:41 AM

I would assume that you have setup the network now?

14-01-07, 01:46 AM	#1 (permalink)
thierryhenry Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Need help and recommendation on networking 2 computers. Hi guys im new here, and im also a noob okay here is what i need help on BIG help I want to make a network between 2 computers and i want to share a printer, internet connection and also files. Please help me decide which network to go with wired or wireless and can i please have an estimate of the costs of both wired and wireless? and finally, what hardware do i need for networking 2 computers? and where can i find a guide on how to network 2 computers and do what i mentioned with them? BIG THANKS IN ADVANCE

23-01-07, 02:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Wheeler777 Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help and recommendation on networking 2 computers. all you need is a wireless router with an integrated usb port, setup to share the printer, make and model is a matter of personal choice, go to google and type wireless router reviews, forums will help if you have a problem but we do like you to have tried yourself first, for what its worth i am using an asus wl-500g which would do what you want, gl. W

25-01-07, 09:25 AM	#3 (permalink)
Danechip Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 53 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help and recommendation on networking 2 computers. Or get yourself a "crossover" network cable. Should cost a tenner for 20 meter cable (it depends on the distance you need to run it) Chances are you already have network (RJ45) sockets. you simply just plug the cable in each end. Network cards will cost no more than a fiver really should you need to install one. Once plugged in, use network wizard in XP to get going, or google for help. It's one of the oldest questions asked in forums, with a lot of step by step guides out there.

03-02-07, 04:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
keith43 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 23 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help and recommendation on networking 2 computers. As the two posts above have said, it depends wot u want. I have two comps, laptop and a standard comp. I use a wireless router, speedtouch something, really easy to set up. But you also need to consider what type of net connection you have, adsl? or cable, as you will need different routers for both. For the ADSL connection, you need one with a modem router, but with a cable connection you need just a router. If ebuyer is a good website for routers, i got mine from there. £40 should get you a decent one.

07-04-07, 08:41 AM	#5 (permalink)
dashby Confucius Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: UK Posts: 14 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help and recommendation on networking 2 computers. I would assume that you have setup the network now? __________________ Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes.