2006-06-27 08:18:53 · 14 answers · asked by ebrnic 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
If they both have network cards you can buy a crossover cable and do it that way.
2006-06-27 08:23:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
By itself, no a usb cable will not allow you to transfer data between two computers. The most common option is to use a crossover cable (that is a CAT-5 ethernet cable with the pins reversed at each end) to directly connect two computers via their separate network cards. A router is not needed in this case, and if you're running Windows XP you can move your data with the "Files and Settings Transfer Wizard."
Alternatively, you COULD use a USB 2.0 cable and bundled software to accomplish the same task. Such a usb data transfer package is available at http://www.usbgear.com/computer_cable_details.cfm?sku=CANET103&cats=160&catid=508%2C106%2C141%2C508%2C106%2C141%2C112%2C160.
Still, if it were me, I'd just get a crossover cable and use Windows built-in software. You're less likely to run into problems that way.
2006-06-27 08:27:27 · answer #2 · answered by mikeagonistes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it will work but there is a special program you need i belive althought if you are running win XP pro i be it would haveit built in. If it didnt pop up right away with some type of connection alert im guessing it wont work for future refrance mac can do this with in fact a mac can boot from another comp via a usb or firewire cable.
ps. how did you find a usb cable with 2 male ends?
2006-06-27 08:24:20 · answer #3 · answered by leotheneo2004 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be done but you will need a special usb cable to do this and IT AINT CHEAP! About 70 bucks! You would be better off linking them with two usb bluetooth adapters. If either of your systems are equipped with wirelss you will only need one. Bluetooth usb devices are as little as 15 bucks now.
2006-06-27 08:24:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they both have network cards you will need a cross over cable to connect them directly. If you have a hub/router it would be easier.
2006-06-27 08:23:36 · answer #5 · answered by chrome_rider 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that will work. You need to set up a network using your ethernet cards, cable and a router.
2006-06-27 08:21:12 · answer #6 · answered by Heather 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use a crossover network cable
2006-06-27 08:22:47 · answer #7 · answered by gnostic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-06-27 08:21:45 · answer #8 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-06-27 08:20:01 · answer #9 · answered by Grant B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can and here are some instructions http://www.windowsnetworking.com/j_helmig/wxpusbin.htm
2006-06-27 08:22:24 · answer #10 · answered by ogoisanogo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋