> Both computers must have a Network Interface Card
> (referred to as a NIC ).  Ideally both being the same brand,
> model, and speed.

If you're going to use 10BaseT NIC's and a single cable, you have to get a
special network cable called (I think) a crossover cable. A better solution
is to get a hub (less than $50) so you can use normal network patch cables
and if you need to eventually hook a third or more computer in, you just
patch them into the hub.

If you are using Coax (BNC connectors), you need a "T" connector on each
machine and a terminator on the unused side of the T.

If you just want to hook two computers together with a single wire, you may
be well served with a serial "null modem" cable.

Hope this helps.

Philo

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