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Share Internet
Two computers can access Internet at the same time with only one line and one modem. Share Devices
One computer can use another computer's devices such as CD-ROM, Printer, Scanner, Hard Drive... Share programs
Many programs installed in one computer can also run in another computer such as Adobe Photoshop, RealPlayer... Share data
Data such as personal documents can be accessed by another computer. Back up your files (data, programs...)
You can back up (save) files from one computer's hard drive into another computer's hard drive. Play games
Two players sit before two computers to play pair game.
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There are many ways to do this. Way 1:   
Home Networking PCI Card, NETWORK THROUGH YOUR PHONE LINE.
Network your computers, printers, and share internet access with your existing phone lines. FriendlyNET Home Networking PartyLine PCI Card by Asante'. Compatible with existing services - your Internet access , voice services, and home network coexist on the same wire.
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Home Networking PCI Card NETWORK THROUGH YOUR PHONE LINE Share Internet Access Share Printers and files Enjoy multi-player gaming Network multiple computers Speeds up to 1Mbps data rate PC-Compatible AMD AM79C978 Chipset Conform to Home PNA specification PNA Ver1.0 Support for up 25 nodes and 500 ft Uses existing phonelines , no new wires required Retail Package Contains: One PC-Compatible PCI Card CD-ROM with application software/manual Telephone Cord
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PC-Compatible System with Available PCI Slot Internet Access and Modem Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000* Telephone Lines in the House NOTE: Each System will need a PartyLine Card * Windows 2000 does not use the enclosed CD, it uses built in drivers
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Way 2: 
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You can via their USB ports. Get this Great 6ft System to System USB Bridge Cable with Drivers on CD, and you are Hooked Up! |
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USB-A to USB-A communication Complies with USB Specification v1.1 High Speed Data Tranfer Rate up to 8Mbps USB full speed commuication and Bus Powered 6 ft. Length Includes: Windows 98, Me, 2000 Drivers on CD
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Way 3: Crossover cable
What are crossover cables for?
Crossover cables are used to network two computers together without a hub.
What is the spec for a crossover cable?
One side is the same as a straight through cable. The other side is: Pin 1-Green/White, 2-Green, 3-Orange/White, 4-Blue, 5-Blue/White, 6-Orange, 7-Brown/White, 8-Brown. Way 4:
HUB + Patch cable Way 5, Way 6... click here |
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