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by iqoreq

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Hi there,

A friend of mine has question which I think it will be an interesting topic to us here.
Please help if you have solution. Thanks..

My problem is I have a mac and a dell, but I only have
one monitor (I gave the other one away). Both
computers are relative new (a G3 and a dimension XPS
T800r). So, I don't like to let one retired... Also,
there will be sofwares that is gear toward one
platform intead of the other.

Also, in the academic world, it is neccessary to learn
how to transfer file from one platform to another
because we always have both platform to play with.
That is why I am going in length to learn this.

Moreover, I like for the two computers to share a
printer (possible a scanner) which is not critical
now, but may be a good thing to learn.

I don't like the idea to ftp files to a server,
because there will be a chance later that my files
contain sensitive information.

I am learning this in a broad way... meaning that I
want the ability to expand the network later on...
like adding a Unix... :-)

Okie... that is as much as I can think of in
describing my problem...

Much appreciated, if you have any suggestions... Thanks

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by dheupel

OK, without more information I can only assume what your "problem" is, as you really never stated your problem to begin with.

Suggestion 1) get a Keyboard/Video/Mouse switch to share the single monitor with the PC and the Mac.

Suggestion 2) get an Ethernet hub, an Ethernet card for the PC, and an Ethernet card for the Mac, three CAT5 patch cables, and network the devices together. That way you can share the files and printer(s) between both machines. Sharing a scanner will be much more tricky, but there are networkable scanners on the market - but they're pricey. Remember that the two computers networked through the Ethernet hub will have to have at least one network protocol (IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI) in common.

Good luck.

by iqoreq

Thanks for your helpful advice. She made those two PC and MAC worked together.. :)

by spydergst1

To share a monitor: I would use a product called Cybex. Its a little expensive but worth it. You will be able to add Sun, HP boxes to it and will work from one keyboard and monitor. Look up Tron international call them for product information. Tell them I refered you.

Sharing a printer. You can connect a printer or scanner through the Cybex product or you can buy a etherprint adapter. Or buy a postscript printer.

Sharing files: Try Timbuktu its like PCanywhere but you can cross platformsand exchange files.

by iqoreq

Thank you for your suggestion. She looked into Sybex Switchbox but it 's costly.

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