Is it possible to network two computers via analog modems?

[rgf]

I'm new to networking and I was wondering if I can netwok two computers by running a phonline between both computers? I'm am going to buy a cross over cable for my nic cards, but is it still possible and what would the network settings be?

Thanks,
rgf

 

[Norssak]

NO!

No no no no no!

And get some lighter fluid and a brillo pad, you need to reboot that brain of yours.

 

[IsOs]

Before DSL & Cable modems, I used to network distant computers using regular phonlines. You can map a drive via dial up connections. Be warned that the phone line connection is slow, so the newer games may not work correctly.

What OS are you thinking of networking?

You talked about NIC and cross over cable. If both computers already have a NIC, using a crossover cable will definitely give you a faster network connections than phoneline. Set up is much easier as well - I would suggest using NETBEUI.

 

[rgf]

Hey I was just wondering.....No need to get testy! Yes I will be buying a cross over cable for my nic cards, but I just asked a simple question. I know that null modem connections are possible through serial cable connections. I just thought that in a desperate situation, would two analog modem work instead.

rgf :disgust:

 

[Norssak]

Well yes, if he had 2 phone lines he wanted to tie up he could setup one machine as a RAS server, and call it from the other one. But he could litterally move data faster by putting it on a floppy and walking it to the next room.

Anyhow Mr. rfg was thinking of using ONE phone cord, jacking one end into each modem.

Now there might be some way to get signal flow going that way, but it's not on my chart. And just for coming up with that concept: I will make fun of you Mr. rfe.

I am by nature a very hostile and intolerant individual. And I am seeing far too many posts here which address the same basic issues over and over again. A little searching through past threads will reveal a wealth of information and useful links. Try posting in the Hot Deals forum for some perspective, half of these "Help me, I'm lazy" threads would get gloriously flamed.

Now Mr. rtf, you may not be a classic example of what I'm referring to in the previous paragaph, but that was a funny idea, and you deserve some heat.

 

[rgf]

To norssak... No, I really don't need the crap from you. I only asked a simple question and I don't need any smartass respones from you. I did check passed messages on all threads and I didn't find anything recent. If you can't post anything in a helpful manner, please don't respond at all.

rgf:|

 

[Quickfingerz]

that wasn't simple, basic and come as often as the "which is faster pc100 at cas2 or pc133 at cas3?"

i've never seen a question asked so many times. argh!!!

anyway, there probably is some software out there that will become a server and can create a "dial tone" and can be dialed to. do i know of any? no.

hey, i thought your question was a valid question.

 

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Norssak:


<< I am by nature a very hostile and intolerant individual >>


That is interesting. Take your hostility and intolerance and go somewhere else. Dont be such a JERK.
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