IS there any difference to connect two pcs having windows Xp ?
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The 2 PCs do not have to be in the same workgroup but, if they aren't, then the user name you use to login to the other computer will have to start with its workgroup name.  Win 2000 vs. Win XP isn't what's causing the problem here....\n\nI'd suggest putting both PCs into the same workgroup name if possible just to make it easier on you.  Then from one PC, click on Start, Run, &#92;&#92;computername (of the computer you want to connect to) and you should get a login window.  Enter login info for one of the local accounts on the PC you're connecting to (and ask it to save the password) and you should get right in.
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u can connect 2 computers with out using any hardware only juss a small cable only. called "crossover cable" u can make it in home if u had a hardware knowledg.\nor else contact u r nearst system dealer.\n\nthis cable is connects the 2 systems using lan card.
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Sounds like you might mean a KVM switch, or you can even RDP from one PC into the other.
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Jan answered this one pretty well the previous time you asked this question. It's not easy, it never will be.\n\nIf your home PC runs XP Pro the software is built in, if it's running XP Home or earlier it's not.\n\nRead her answer follow the information you find. Remote Desktop Connection and VNC are the best options whether it's one time use or over and over.\n\nHave fun.
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Easier than ALL the solutions proposed so far, buy yourself a *crossover ethernet* cable.  You can then connect the two computers via their ethernet ports.  Most computers these days have ethernet ports built in.\n\nThe crossover ethernet cable will allow you to have the two computers connected together into a 'hubless' network and they can share files, printers, ethernet connections, etc.  You just need to go into the Network Wizard and tell it you want to enable File and Print Sharing.  After that you can simply drag files into the shared folder on one computer and they will be visible to the other for copying.\n\nI'd give you all the nitty-gritty details, but instead of repeating things, I'm attaching a link to a very good article by Microsoft on setting up a home network.  The relevant section is under "Ethernet network - For two computers".\n\nAnd if you ever decide to upgrade to more computers, you can simply disconnect the two, add a router and a few more cables...\n\nNote: an Ethernet *crossover* cable is *not* the same thing as an Ethernet *patch* cable.  Be sure to tell the salesperson at your local electronics store that you want a *crossover* cable for connecting two PCs directly.\n\nI added another link to Radio Shack, in case you weren't sure what you should ask for.  You shouldn't pay any more than US$10 for a cable, perhaps even less.  Ask for Ethernet Cat5 or Cat5e, but be sure it is the *crossover* type, not the regular type.\n\nI see in your additional comments that you already have a network set up with a router and a wireless card.  If so, then you should already be set to go.  Just go to 'My Network Neighborhood' and look for the Shared Documents folder.  Put the file there, then copy to the other computer.
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Actually, I've heard that using USB cable to connect the 2 pc's to transfer files is not the recommended way of doing so.\n\nIf you have a USB removable flash memory drive, this is THE easiest and fastest way to transfer files from one pc to another (you can buy 1GB flash drive for $30! or why not a USB external Hard Drive for 80GB for $100?).\n\nIf you don't want to buy another accessory, then your other choice is to connect your 2 pc's together by using either a Null Modem Serial Cable or by using Home Networking. Then, use the "Files and Settings Transfer Wizard", which is already included in your Windows XP operating system.\n\nBut first you need to connect your two computers together. The EASIEST way to connect is to get a Null Modem Serial Cable (buy at any computer shop and they are cheap), while the FASTER way to transfer files is to use Home Networking (more complex method).\n\nUsing the Serial Cable:\nFirst, make sure both pc's have an available serial port (aka COM port). Most new computers have a 9-pin port and most new cables have a 9-pin plug. If you have a 25-pin port on the computer, you'll need to buy an adaptor for the cable. If you have more than one port to plug the serial cable into the computer, just pick one of the ports and plug the serial cable in. The Files And Settings Transfer Wizard will automatically detect the connection later.\n\nHome Networking:\nIf you are planning to keep both your old computer and your new computer, you may want to just create a Home network. \nFirst make sure both computers have a Network Interface Card (NIC) or a USB network interface installed. You'll need a network cable and to buy a hub (If you have wireless, you won't need a cable or a hub). Now, run the "Network Setup Wizard" to set up your Home network (Start menu, All Programs, Accessories, Communications).\n\nAfter you have decided which method to take, and you have connected both computers, run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard (Start menu, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools). The rest is pretty self-explanatory, but if you do get stuck, here's a link for more help: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/expert/crawford_november12.mspx\n(scroll a little down for the relevant section)\n\nGood Luck!
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Yes:\nhttp://www.funponsel.com/blog/archives/2005/08/06/how-to-bypass-windows-genuine-advantage-check-on-windows-xp/
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Go to system properties (configuration)\ngo to the tab, computer name (or something like that i translated it dont have english xp here)\nfill in at workgroup: "yourname" (choose something)\n\ndo the same with the other computer\n\nyou could also try the home network wizzard from XP\n\non XP vs XP it works almost everytime
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http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/xp/filesharing.htm
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Though I do not know why you would want to, you can do that, but you can only use one of those operating systems at a time.  I would not bother though seeing as XP realistically is a much better OS (especially with SP2) and will do everything that 2000 will.  It is up to you, but realize, the OS that is on your default boot drive will be the one that loads up.  So if you set the default boot drive to C: then XP will load.  There are a couple ways around it, but you can still only run one at a time.  Besides, those two would likely conflict with one another anyway.
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you might look into getting a Virtual Private Network.  It's a secure, internet based technology where you can connect between PCs in different locations.
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xp pro has a few more networking features than xp home
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no, Windows XP has service pack 2 and that has a windows firewall.
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you just need an ethernet network card in each pc and just connect with a crossover cable...........all cheap stuff........10-15 quid the lot          try this        http://www.homenethelp.com/web/diagram/crossover.asp
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yes you can use a ethernet wire to connect the two computers, and then run the windows application to make one run from another.
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Unless the computers are exactly alike in every specification like processor speed, amount of memory, hard drive space, and cd/dvd drives, no.\n\nMicrosoft has protected itself by forcing Windows XP to report back every now and then, to make sure it is not being used on more than one computer.  There is a file however, that you should make a backup copy of, in case you need to replace a hard drive and reinstall XP.  It doesn't happen every time, but sometimes Windows will think it is being installed on a different computer, so placing this file in the system will tell it otherwise.  When purchasing Windows XP directly from Microsoft, they will give you a 10-15% discount on additional copies, but each license is limited to one single computer.
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You cannot install a version of XP that came preinstalled in another PC.  This is because the PC's part serial number is attached to the XP OS that is existing in that PC.  The pairing of serial numbers have to exist in the same machine.  Otherwise, it will not install properly.