Setting up an ethernet connection only between 2 computers

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I've been trying to share files between two computers using an ethernet cable
only, no internet connection. I've heard that it can be done, but I don't
have the first clue as to where to start. Any help would be greatly
appretiated.
 
I've been trying to share files between two computers using an ethernet cable
only, no internet connection. I've heard that it can be done, but I don't
have the first clue as to where to start. Any help would be greatly
appretiated.
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If you are only using two PCs, then you must be using a cross-over Ethernet
cable and assign all the IP parameters by hand (IP address / subnet mask etc...)

If you want to use the standard Ethernet cable, which are straight-thru
cables, you need a hub or switch. If you also want to have high-speed
Internet access, you need a router.
 
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