Make network between 98 and xp computer

i have to hook up a network at someone’s house between 2 computers. One is running 98SE the other XP…. is there goin to b ne complications that i should know about before hand and i don’t need ne thing except the 2 network cards and wire right. ifi only have 2 i don’t need a hub… right? i haven’t done a network other than a lan party for some gamers soo ne help would b appreciated