I want to connect my laptop and my desktop to network. All I need to do this is cat 5 cable a router and a lap

Question

my desktop already is network ready.

Answer 1

Yes, a router and Cat 5 cables are pretty much all that you need. For your laptop, you might get a wireless router.

In either case, I would recommend a LinkSys.

Now, here is why you would buy this at your local Staples Store... If you are even slightly confused or can't get it to work, they take it back without any hassle or questions. Some other stores also have a NO HASSLE guarantee.

Good luck

Answer 2

well if your desktop is already on a network, then u would need to connect the laptop to the router the pc is joined onto
or if u want to connect to your desktop direct. you would use a crossovercable
http://www.geekgirls.com/windowsxp_home_network.htm