Help, i want to network my 2 computers both have XP?

I have 2 computers, 1 laptop and 1 desktop, i want to be able to share files from both computers locally. I have connected an RJ45 cable through both systems. how do i run d network setup wizard. I just want to be able to access files from both computers without moving from one tale to the other. Please i need an instructional answers. (i.e. step by step). as in how can configure an ip address, name d computers n shares files n folders.

Thanks.

Help, i want to network my 2 computers both have XP?kawasaki

click network setup wizard on control panel

Help, i want to network my 2 computers both have XP?nortan antivirus

You must create fires RJ45 Cross Line cable

1.Start My Network Place

2.Click on Set up a home or small office network

3.Click Next

4.Click Next

5.click on 2nd Tab (This computer connects to the internet a residential gateway or through another computer on my network

6.Give this computer a description and name

7.give Workgroup name (Ex. Home)

8.Enable File and Printer Sharing

9.click Next

10.Now on screen appearing Animation

11.click 4th tab

12.finish
In the network through control panel, you can set up a small office/home network. Or go into system and set the same workgroup name with different computer names. These have to be done on both computers. Through my computer, you will need to set up shares on the drives and the folders. The Cat5 cable must be a cross-over not a straight through. When the ends are compared, the orange and green pairs will be reversed. Help menu will guide you on how to set everything.
a reg cable wont work

youll need a crossover cable

or a switch

or better yet a router.

unless you get 2 wireless nicks

then you can set up an adhoc network.

thats how this laptop is cont to the internet.
Use Remote Desktop Connection

Start %26gt; All Programs %26gt; Accessories %26gt; Communication %26gt; Remote Desktop Connection