Hi Toomas,
I agree, an Ethernet crossover cable would be faster and better all around.
However, in this situation, it's unlikely the Win 98SE machine has the
capability. A LAN wouldn't be practical either unless it's already set up or
if plans are to use it anyway. If the only intent is a one time transfer of
files and setting (the question was only about e-mail), using the direct
connection with the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard would be less
painless.
There is also a USB counterpart for this purpose available at most computer
stores and places like BestBuy and CompUSA (In the USA) and probably at
similar retail outlets in Estonia.
For general information, and those so inclined, here is a link for a
"How-To" on making an Ethernet crossover cable:
Ethernet Crossover Cable - DIY How-to Guide
http://www.makeitsimple.com/how-to/dyi_crossover.htm
Sven Swanson, Sr.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Toomas Piibe" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, May 20, 2004 1:55 PM
Subject: Re: [PCSOFT] transferring email
If both computer have network interface card Ethernet cross-cable
is better solution. Or it is possible to make both part of LAN - then
You need ordinary Ethernet patch cable(s).
Toomas
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sven" <[log in to unmask]>
> Hi Mike,
>
> I suggest your daughter consider using the Files and Settings Transfer
> Wizard in Windows XP. She can transfer settings for Internet Explorer,
> Outlook Express, Display, etc., and files like the My Documents folder.
All
> she would need is a DirectParallel cable to connect the two computers.
Most
> computer stores will have them for around $10 or less.
>
> Have her go to Start Menu / Help and Support and search for "Direct
> Connection" and "Files and Settings Transfer Wizard" for information.
Also,
> here is a Microsoft Knowledge Base article:
>
> HOW TO: Use Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in Windows XP
> http://tinyurl.com/ql17
>
> Sven Swanson, Sr.
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