Re: Printer sharing in XP Pro


"Joe K" <JoeK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> I have 3 computers with Win Xp Pro.There is a cable modem and a router.I
> have a printer connected to one computer. Is it possible to share this
> printer with the other two.

Easy...

1) On the computer with the printer...

Start - >Control panel -> Printers and Other Hardware -> View installed
printers or fax ->

Right click on the printer and select sharing.

Tick "Share this printer".

2) On the other computers...

Start - >Control panel -> Printers and Other Hardware -> View installed
printers or fax -> "Add a printer" (left hand side) - > follow the wizard.


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