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Desktop to Laptop Connection!

Apr 5, 2005 4:32AM PDT

I wanted to know if there's a way I can connect my desktop computer to my laptop? Without using any special hardware, I mean through the Usb port or any other port using just a simple connecting cable? I want to transfer some stuff from my laptop to my desktop and unfortunately, my laptop does not have a cd burner! Help me out please. Thanks.

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(NT) (NT) No.
Apr 5, 2005 5:36AM PDT
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Yes...
Apr 5, 2005 10:14AM PDT
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YES!
Apr 7, 2005 12:39PM PDT

Hi THere,
You can without any special hardware transfer files. If your laptop currently has an internet connection, I use 2 different screen names for AOL instant messenger, and log on with 1 screen name on the desktop, and another on the laptop. You can transfer files directly like that, but they BOTH have to be connected online to the internet. Another cheap solution is to get a USB Infrared Dongle.
I got one for .99 cents plus shipping on E-bay. You can use a USB extension cable to plug the dongle into and put it next to the laptop's IR port. Window's should automatically open the IR connection when connected.

I've tried laplink cables. They suck and are too hard to configure. I didn't have much luck with then, anyway.

Here's a link for a USB infrared adapter like I bought:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=44961&item=5184041868&rd=1

Good Luck,

Frank
talon1812@hotmail.com

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phone line?
Apr 11, 2005 1:24AM PDT

is it possible to connect a desktop and a laptop via a simple phone connection

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Phone Connections
Apr 17, 2005 3:25PM PDT

Hi There.
I don't think it is possible to connect over the internet with a simple phone line, because both computers have to be online at the same time. Windows XP does have in it a n Internet Sharing Wizard, where you may be able to share the same internet connection, but I haven't tried it with a phone setup since I've had cable modem for 3 years.
Intel also makes a networking kit that allows you to connect both computers, using the phone system as a network connection. It's pretty cheap from the prices I've seen. Like about $59.

Good Luck
Frank
talon1812@hotmail.com