How do i hook up two computers using one operating system? Ty.?

i want to set up a home network with one operating system between 2 computers. MSN/Windows XP.

How do i hook up two computers using one operating system? Ty.?computer repair

This can get a bit tricky at times. Assuming to have Windows XP Ptofessional here's what you do:

First, enable file sharing:

- Go to Control Panel

- Folder Options

- Uncheck Simple File Sharing at the bottom on both operating systems.

- Now go to the file you want to share and right click and select properties.

- Click The sharing tab and select the sharing option.

- Name the folder what its shared name will be.

- Go to the security tab and click 'Everyone' and check the 'Full Control' box, or what ever applies.

Go to the Control Panel:

Windows Firewall

If its turned on uncheck the don't allow exceptions box.

Check File and Printer Sharing.

Do this to both computers. Now your half way there. Both computers have to be connected to a router, either wireless or wired. If you don't have them hooked up to a router then you'll have topurchase one and mabe some adapters if you want some computers to connect wirelessly.

Right-Click My Computer.

- Select Properties.

- Computer Name. (tab)

- Network Id. (follow the steps)