xc wrote:
Hi friends,

two 98 SE computers only configured to
adquire IP adresses automatically
can interact through a network ?

both machines have the same workgroup's name.

thanks very much in advance,
Carlos.



Depending upon the age of the NICs, you can use a cross-over cable for
older NICs, or newer NICs should be able to use a standard cable.
A couple of links for info:
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/426
examples of both comm port and Ethernet styles
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crossover_cable
specifics:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Null_modem
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethernet_crossover_cable

A NIC connection will require you to have Microsoft Network Client
installed in Control Panel Networking, AND File and Printer Sharing
enabled. You MUST also share some folders/files on the computers. It is
NOT recommended to share the entire disks or the system folders...
Null modem or direct comm port cable connect requires using the
supplied Accessory or some other communication program.
For some additional information:
http://peoplescounsel.org/ref/gen/se...NETWORKING.htm

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