can i just use an ethernet cable to connect 2 laptops and play starcraft through LAN?
2007-11-08 13:39:59 · 4 answers · asked by suchAnoob 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Well I don't know about Starcraft because I don't play it, but as long as it has a "Server" function in the game so you can set one PC up as the server, or if it allows a peer to peer LAN configuration, then you can.
Just make sure you get a crossover cable. It will say crossover cable, on the package.
I don't advise it though. I recommend getting two cables, and a cheep little hub or switch. It requires no extra configuration and it will give you better performance.
Hope that helps.
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2007-11-08 13:49:24 · answer #1 · answered by layer9corp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In theory yes, if the game starcraft supports network play. You will need a crossover cable not a patch and will also need to setup a small network on windows using the Network setup wizard in the control panel.
2007-11-08 13:44:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, too slow. Use two separate cables to connect your laptops to the hub or router.
2007-11-08 13:43:01 · answer #3 · answered by PhizZingFree 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. but the cable has to be a crossover ethernet cable.
2007-11-08 13:45:16 · answer #4 · answered by agello24 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋