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    Jan 23, 2007, 05:25 AM
    Laptop to Desktop Computer- how do I share files
    I want to know how to setup the laptop so it can share and get files from my desktop.. I know you have to set directories to share but I can't remember how to do the whole thing.
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    Jan 23, 2007, 07:06 AM
    Look Up File and Print Sharing in Windows Help. I'm assuming you have a LAN with both PCs connected to it. The Help will tell you what you need to do.
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    Jan 23, 2007, 09:19 AM
    The main computer is plugged into cable.. you are in long island so you probably also have cablevison. The laptop has a wireless card... so now what do I do
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    Jan 23, 2007, 09:28 AM
    Do you have a wireless router? Doesn't sound like it if the main PC is plugged directly into your cable modem. You need to get a wireless router.
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    Jan 23, 2008, 05:08 AM
    Another option is for you to get a usb wireless adapter , plug it in to you desktop and create a wireless ad hoc network between the desktop and the laptop which can then share an internet connection and share files. A usb wireless adapter cost less than 40 dollars and its not that difficult to set up the ad hoc network.
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    Jan 23, 2008, 05:16 AM
    RadioShack sell a crossover USB cable under their Gigaware Brand than can directly connect two XP/Vista PCs and lets you move files back and forth (about 30 dollars I think).
    Note. You can't use a normaal usb cable as you'll damage your motherbord.
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