Local Networks

A computer name represents that computer to others on the same network. If its location, purpose or primary user has changed, it may be helpful to change the name of a computer. For example, a...

Windows socket, commonly called "winsock", helps your Windows-based computer figure out the best way to connect to the Internet. If you're receiving winsock errors, chances are, you won't be able...

In this article, you will learn how to set your computer's IP static. There are many ways to do this, but I am providing you with the easiest. This will identify your computer on the network with...

A Windows XP workgroup allows individuals on a PC to share files with other computers within the workgroup. In an office or home that uses both Macs and PCs, a Windows XP workgroup can help...

Creating a network between Windows Vista and Windows XP computers is a pretty difficult task. To make things worse, one of the steps required is to install the LLTD(Link Layer Topology...

A network bridge on a Windows XP system allows more than one computer to connect to each other over the same network. This connection enables the computers to communicate by sending and receiving...

According to Microsoft, "with Windows XP, you can share files and documents with other users on your computer and with other users on a network," and the same is true for Microsoft's Windows...

If your computer is running Windows XP Home Edition, and has Service Pack 2 installed, you can allow users on other computers to connect to your computer through the Internet. Once connected, you...

Connecting computers through a network can be useful even if you are only connecting a small number of machines. When computers are networked, they can share files and documents, software...

NetBEUI (NetBIOS Extended User Interface) (pronounced "net buoy") is an upgraded version of the Microsoft NetBIOS (Network Basic Input/Output System) protocol. This protocol is no longer supported...

Have you ever wanted to access files between various computers on a home network? Well, file sharing is a relatively easy function to establish and will make accessing files between different...

Computers on a local area network can be accessed by one computer with an administrative account. With this access you can perform several tasks, including shutting down each of the computers....

Install Microsoft XP Professional or Vista on the work computer if it has not already been installed. The act of connecting the computers is performed by using the Microsoft operating system....

Setting up a home network with Windows XP will allow you to connect with other computers in your home. This can be for file sharing, internet connection sharing or to back up your data to another...

In large corporate office environments, employee computers that run Windows XP can be put on the Active Directory, which links all of the individual workstations together. Once added to the Active...

When dealing with a fresh installation of Windows XP, it can often be problematic to get Ethernet to work properly. The problem is due to Windows XP not coming with the software drivers needed to...

If you're in a less secure environment, you might want to disable File and Printer Sharing so that there'll be a lower chance of being hacked. It only takes a few simple steps.

Most Home PC's do not need File & Printer Sharing enabled, but most are setup from the manufacturer to allow file sharing. If you are not versed in file security, you can simply turn on file and...