moving between networks

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Is it possible to move a laptop between differenly configured networks (one
client/server based, and the other peer-to-peer based)? Has anyone used
http://mobilenetswitcher.com/ or http://netswitcher.com/ products? with what
satisfaction? Must I switch my work laptop which is Domain based to Workgroup
based, in order to share files/printers on my home network?

Recently I started building my home network, and I would like to network my
home computer (laptop) and my work laptop.

Here is the scenario I would like to use it: use your computer at work and
at home

At work I have a TabletPC with Win XP Pro (Tablet PC version), SP2. The
Network is domain-based.

At home I have a laptop with Win XP Home Edition, SP2. The only possible
networking is Workgroup-based (peer-to-peer). I have a (wireless) router with
multiple connectors which is connected to DSL modem. My home computer is
permanently connected to the router for Internet connection, and I can also
wire up (or connect wirelessly) my work laptop to the router to get the
Internet connection. What I would like to do is share files and printer
between the two computers. My understanding is that the router could be used
as concentrator/switch to network multiple computers besides providing
internet connection to each.

Now what I do not understand is the following – Must I switch my work laptop
which is Domain based to Workgroup based, in order to share files/printers on
my home network? Or I can share network recourses without doing it (which is
possible according to Mobile Net Switch). If it is possible, how?

I hope the information I am providing is sufficient, or please let me know
what else you need to know so you can help.

Thanks in advance,

Strah

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