hi all
just brought a laptop but i want to conect it to my pc through the lan connector
what software is best for this

as i would be tranfering file from one to the other

If I am not mistaken, if you will check add/remove programs under windows components you will find a program called direct connect, you might want to try this first? It's already paid for.

thanks m8 but i cant see it under that would it be in the home version of xp

Hmmm, if you don't have a hub or switch and they both have netcards try using a crossover cable :)

If you are really adventurous and have the supplies it's probably cheaper to make your own, see here for a diagram:

*http://www.avontech.co.uk/advice/cat5.htm

Best of luck and hope this helps :)

/JD

thnx i give that a try

An easy way to network,is to use a USB network cable just plug it in.Very easy