I have 2 pc's that I want to setup to talk with one another and don't need internet service. Have a USB dongle for one and a card for the other. What kind of router do I need since I don't need internet connection?
Thanks
Wireless for 2 pc's not needing internet
Aug 06, 2005
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Nothing, just set them up in peer to peer (adhoc) mode.
David.
"adhoc" is a wireless mode in which two computers communicate directly with each other; i.e., without involving a router.
The 2 are not located near one another and can't get cable between them very economically. Wouldn't I need wireless?
Okay, I am not familiar with "adhoc". Just using 2 wireless nics??
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Phil
Thanks. Very informative.
a) you didn't mention where they were in relation to each other.
b) ad-hoc mode *is* wireless! :)
If they're too far from each other to work in peer to peer mode then just buy an access point and place that in the middle and configure the machines to associate with the access point.
David.
One is on the first floor of the home and the other is in the basement. Probably 45 or 60ft apart.
"adhoc" is a wireless mode in which two computers communicate directly with each other; i.e., without involving a router.
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