How to set up a computer network for three computers?

by Paul Keller

Question by Nick S: How to set up a computer network for three computers?

We have 3 computers at work and are trying to connect them all together so that one can be the main server and the other two can dump files into it. It is okay if they are all open because we are on a secure network. As long as we can dump files into each others computers. One of the computers is running Vista and the other two are running XP. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.




Best answer:

Answer by Dtoolman
They are only secure if NONE of them have Internet access.

If this is so then the inexpensive, and very secure way is to network them together using network cables joining at a "Hub"(simply put - a dumb router) or a router.
The router is easier, but if it has wireless, you will have to disable it(wireless) to prevent access from others.

You may have to take some time to configure firewall and or antivirus software to allow access to all PC's on the network. You can actually turn off all firewall software since you will have a secure network. But I would advise leaving Anti-Virus running.(it can also prevent network access)

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