Simple networking?
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Main PC using XP Pro/SP2.
New laptop using XP Media Centre/SP2.
HP Deskjet 840C connected to main PC via USB.
3Com wireless modem /router connected to main PC via ethernet cable.
No problem accessing internet from either but would like to be able to
transfer files both ways between PC's and to print from the laptop.
Do I simply run the Network Connection Wizard on both PC's, if so which one
first and do I also install the printer drivers on the laptop?
I have turned off XP firewall on both since I'm using Zone Alarm on both.
Am I likely to run into problems here, I believe there's also some sort of
firewall on the router.
I'm new to networking, have looked through Windows Help and the manuals for
laptop and router on this but find some of it a bit confusing
Any advice appreciated.
Kenny
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