How Do You Connect An XP Laptop To An XP Desktop Using An Ethernet Crossover Cable?
Connecting a laptop and a desktop, both with Windows XP, can be done using a crossover cable. A crossover cable is a special type of cable that allows data to be transferred directly between those computers without the need for a hub or switch as an interface between them. Connecting these two computers together requires some configuration as they will not have access to a DHCP server to automatically assign an IP address (address used by computers to communicate with each other.) Connect the crossover cable to the network interface of both computers. Be sure to align the latch on the network cable with the groove in the network port. Listen for the faint “click” that indicates the cable is secured. Click on the “Start” menu and select “Control Panel.” Click on “Network and Internet Connections,” right click on the “Local Area Connection” and select “Properties.” Click on “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click on “Properties.” Select “Use the following IP address” and enter 10.0.0.1 in
