Re: Protocols using direct cable connection.

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From: Peter Hutchison (pjhutch_at_NOSPAM.plus.com)
Date: 04/10/04


Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2004 14:34:52 +0100

On Wed, 31 Mar 2004 00:46:08 -0800, "Rokko"
<anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:

>I want to connect a WIN98 and a WINXP PC. Which protocol do I use and how do I install NWLink IPX/SPX/Netbios protocol on my WIN98 if I need it?

You can use Netbeui or preferably TCP/IP.
To add protocols, open Network Control Panel and add a protocol.
Windows XP supports TCP/IP, IPX/SPX and Netbeui (if installed from XP
CD first).

Peter Hutchison
Windows FAQ
http://www.pcguru.plus.com/



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