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@Date: Sat, 09 Aug 2003 05:36:33 -0400
Subject: Re: Question from networking dummy
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David Eckard wrote:
 
>    at 11:08 PM, "Phil Parker"  said:
 
> >>Can you connect the nic's [ethernet 10/100T] on 2 computer directly
> >>together, or do you have to hook them up to a third appliance?
 
> >One can, but a special "crossover" cable is required.
It's usually easier
> >(and cheaper in the long run) to get a switch, allowing for simple
> >expansion, later connection to DSL or cable modem, etc.
 
> http://tinyurl.com/jhhp
 
> 22 bucks, very high.

This one's cheaper, and won't get mixed up with regular cables:
http://www.scsicablesource.com/images/cat5cros.jpg
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