Richard Owlett writes: > Quoting webopedia.com, "A local-area network (LAN) is a computer > network that spans a relatively small area." The sticking point is an > unstated assumption - a LAN connects two *OR MORE* computers. I wish > to connect *EXACTLY* two computers {for which an RS232 null modem is > _topologically_ an excellent picture}.
If both computers have ethernet hardware you just need an ethernet cable. With older hardware it may need to be a crossover cable (the ethernet equivalent of a null modem). This establishes the most minimal LAN possible. -- John Hasler Dancing Horse Hill Elmwood, WI -- John Hasler jhas...@newsguy.com Elmwood, WI USA