There are two main ways to connect a desktop computer and laptop into a single network. You can use a regular cable connection or Wi-Fi wireless connection.
Necessary
Wi-Fi adapter
Instructions
Step 1
If you do not want to spend money on purchasing a Wi-Fi adapter for your computer, then buy a network cable. Use it to connect the network adapters of your computer and laptop. Turn on both devices. Set static IP addresses for network cards. This will make it easier for one computer to access another.
Step 2
Open the Network and Sharing Center on your laptop and select "Change adapter settings". Select the desired network connection and click on its icon with the right mouse button. Open the properties of this network card. Now click on the "Properties" button, having previously selected the item "Internet Protocol TCP / IP (v4)".
Step 3
In the menu that opens, activate the "Use the following IP address" item. It allows you to independently enter the desired IP for this adapter. Take this action. Leave the rest of this menu blank. Configure the network card of the stationary computer in the same way.
Step 4
If you decide to use a wireless channel, then purchase a Wi-Fi adapter. Select the device to connect to the USB port or PCI slot on your motherboard. Typically, the second type of adapters cost a little less, but it is much more difficult to connect them to a computer. Install the software for the installed Wi-Fi adapter.
Step 5
Open Network and Sharing Center on your desktop or laptop. Select the "Manage Wireless Networks" menu. Find the Add button on the toolbar and click it. Select the Create Computer-to-Computer Network option and click Next. Enter the parameters of the future wireless network, save them by activating the corresponding function, and click the "Next" button.
Step 6
Activate the second device to scan for available Wi-Fi networks. Connect to the created point and configure the wireless adapters of both devices as described in the second and third steps.
