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How do I share files with 802.11b? (WiFi)

Discussion in 'Networking (Hardware & Software)' started by Typhon, 2004/10/06.

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  1. 2004/10/06
    Typhon

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    I’ve Installed WiFi 802.11b onto two computers.
    One is a laptop, and the other is a desktop.
    I’ve gotten to the part where both computers recognize each other. Now I’m wondering what to do next? Do I need to use Network Neighborhood or something?
    My goal in the end is to be able to share files between these two computers.
    Also I’m using Ad-hoc to connect the two together in case you need to know.
    I’m getting 100% signal on the Laptop and about 96% on the desktop.
    Please tell me how to exchange files and share printing resources VIA this 802.11b connection if you can. I really appreciate any help you can offer. Thanks allot! :)
     
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  2. 2004/10/07
    Newt

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    What operating system(s) are you running and if XP, then specify home or pro versions.

    Is sccurity between the two machines a concern at all or are you comfortable with a user on PC-A having full access to PC-B and vice versa?
     
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    yym0845

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    i suppose there's nothing different between wifi and lan file shared !
    just do as what you did with your own lan
     
  5. 2004/10/10
    Typhon

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    Thank you for your replies.
    My version of XP is PRO.
    I just installed the windows XP OS and I can get the two machines to connect to one another, but I have no idea where to begin with sharing files and how.
    I've tried reading all the help files and such but still no help really.
    I have my SSID matching on both machines, but the actual computer names are diffrent, should they be the same too?
    For instance I have my desktop named 'desktop' and my laptop is named 'Laptop' they both say WORKGROUP underneath.
    I'm so lost...
    Could any of you reccommend a site where I could study this information so I don't have to be such a bother to everyone.
    Thanks so much! :eek:)
     
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    ReggieB

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    The sharing of files is the same for a wired and wireless system. I suggest you start here
     
  7. 2004/10/11
    Typhon

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    Thank you!
    I'm reading that right now.
    Much appreciated... :)
     
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