|
|
|
Computers with different operating systems can communicate
Q I use a Dell desktop with 512MB of memory and Windows XP.
I also have a Toshiba notebook that is running Windows 98. I would like to get a
wireless ADSL router and a PC card Wifi adapter for the notebook. As the desktop
uses Windows XP and the notebook uses Windows 98, will they work together?
A Waller
A You won’t have any problems getting the two computers to talk the same language. Networking systems are designed to allow computers to talk, whether using Windows XP or 98, Linux or a Mac operating system.
Windows 98 is slightly harder to set up for networking than Windows XP, but if you have the setup disks for the wireless network card, there should be no problem. Once set up, the router will then recognise automatically the two computers when they try to connect.
Article tags
Related articles
Smart TVs are the latest thing. You can make your own – and save hundreds of pounds – by linking your PC to your TV or laptop. We explain how to get started
Get rid of all your Wifi problems with our guide to wireless networking
Software problems may be the cause of a computer running more slowly than it should, but there are some free tools you can try to improve things
Q.Why are some of the keys on my keyboard doing strange...
Q.Is my phone’s Bluetooth any use?
Q.Can I switch boot drives so that I can work on older...
Make a profit from your unused gadgets
Run Windows and Ubuntu on the same computer
Hide private folders
Save up to 40% on the price
Exclusive subscriber website
Our price won't be beaten
St Helena, a 'small British village' in the mid-Atlantic, is seeking support and funding for a broadband connection
|
|
|
|
|
Computeractive Excel (2010) Online tutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Computeractive Word (2010) Online TutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Computeractive Powerpoint (2010) Online TutorialPrice: £19.99 |
Angry BirdsPrice: £9.99 |
Back Issue CD-Rom 14 (2011)Price: £15.99 |
