For the convenience of exchanging information and creating common resources in offices and enterprises, local networks are created. Despite the scale of this process, there is nothing complicated about it. When it comes to connecting several computers to each other, a small financial investment and basic knowledge on the topic of building networks are quite enough. And if you need to create a direct connection between two computers, then the process is much easier, because the minimum set of additional costs comes down to the purchase of a network cable.
Necessary
- - network cable;
- - Wi-Fi adapters.
Instructions
Step 1
When it comes to creating a connection between two stationary computers, many involve a cable connection. Indeed, this is one of the cheapest and easiest options. Connect the ends of the crossover network cable to the corresponding ports on each computer. Wait for the completion of the process of recognizing the new local network.
Step 2
Open the Network and Sharing Center. Select the icon for the new network connection and open its properties. In the menu that appears, go to the properties of the TCP / IP data transfer protocol. In Windows Seven, you will have a choice of two options. Select the fourth version of the protocol.
Step 3
Find the "IP Address" field and fill it in. Press Tab to automatically get the subnet mask. Perform the same TCP / IP configuration on the second computer, while changing the fourth segment of the IP address.
Step 4
There are situations when a cable connection of two computers is not possible for various reasons. In such cases, wireless data transfer options come to the rescue. Purchase two Wi-Fi adapters. They are divided into two types according to the type of connection to the computer: USB and PCI.
Step 5
Select the "Manage Wireless Networks" menu. Click the Add button and select the Create Computer-to-Computer Network menu. Provide the name of the future wireless network and the password for it.
Step 6
Turn on the second computer and activate the search for wireless networks. The icon should appear in the system tray in the right corner of the screen. Select the desired network and connect to it by entering the password.
Step 7
Connect Wi-Fi adapters to computers and install software and drivers. Restart your computers and make sure both adapters are working properly. Open the Network and Sharing Center on any computer and establish a connection.
