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NNTP-Posting-Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 08:53:43 -0600
Subject: Alternative solution - was [Re: Manually setting a STATIC IP in WinXP
 Pro]
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From: Richard Owlett 
Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 08:53:40 -0600
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On 1/16/2017 7:47 AM, Richard Owlett wrote:
> I have two Lenovo laptops. One running WinXP Pro. The other runs
> Linux.
> I wish to create a minimal network. It will consist of only those
> two machines.
> Neither will have any internet connectivity.
>
> I've found a number of web references to setting static IP
> addresses on Windows machines.
> *HOWEVER* assume internet connectivity by one/both machines.
>
> Can anyone point me to any documentation EXPLICITLY covering my
> {admittedly} peculiar requirement.
>
> TIA

The minimal network was being pursued as it was a close as I *HAD 
THOUGHT* I could come to a "null modem cable".
A USB implementation is available - 
http://www.mouser.com/ds/2/163/DS_USBNMC-5030.pdf .
I'll check local suppliers.
Will also continue pursuing the LAN solution for its educational 
value.
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