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Friday, December 5, 2008

How to Connect Two Computers Using Usb

The two computers can only be connected with the special cable, containing the chip inside (so-called host-to-host, or networking cable).
[edit] Steps

1. Go to a reputable computer supplies store or online retailer and buy a special data transfer cable. Explain that you need a USB cable to connect the two computers and ask for recommendations.
2. Install the drivers on both PC and plug in the cable according to the instructions.
3. Follow the steps to configure the USB settings on both computers so that they can communicate with each other.


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Tips

* Note that this type of connection can be more difficult to set up and manage; where possible, connecting via ethernet is probably a better option.


Warnings

* Never try to connect two computers with the so-called A/A cable that has no converting electronics inside (just a plain cable with matching connectors). It connects input to input and output to output, so can easily damage the hardware.


Things You'll Need

* USB Data Transfer Cable (available from your local electronic store)

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