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Networking two PCs to the Internet

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by cjack_312

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I'd like to have two computers able to communicate with each other,(mainly for data transfer), and for both PCs to have Internet access.
I want to use an 8-Port IBM 822-008 Hub and connect it to a dial-up AUI.
How would I go about doing this, what Cat5 UTP config. should I use, (568-A, 568-B, or Crossover), and what would go where?
All input would be greatly appreciated.
Also, please advise as to links that would be helpful in this endeavor.
Thanks.

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by jim-h

Well since you only have the two computers I see two options right offhand.

1) Connect both PCs to the Hub using standard RJ-45 Straight-Through cable. Next Connect on PC, your faster one preferably, to the internet using your modem and enable internet sharing. (Now there are 1001 ways to enable Internet Sharing, try searching the net for "Share your internet connection" or something and a ton will come up. I'll also prove one below.)

2) Since there are only two PCs try using a cross-over cable between the two and let the hub sit on a stack of papers for you. Again, you then need to enable Internet Sharing. And yes, 1001 ways to do this. :)

Here is a link to cables if you are making your own:
http://www2.nmtc.net/isoffice/techtips/cable568x.html

Here is what looks like a nice page to walk you through some home networking with Windows:
http://www.wown.com/j_helmig/guide.htm

Hope it helps,
Jim

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