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Exploring Your Options

Exchanging data with another computer

Setting up the connection

To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations.

To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard:

1Click Start and point to All Programs.

2Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard.

3Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts.

Setting up a wireless connection

If your computer is equipped with the Wi-Fi wireless communication module, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator for information on setting up a wireless connection.

Exchanging data with another computer

To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you need a wireless or physical connection and a synchronization program.

You can use the Windows® XP Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program that transfer’s data using a cable connected to the computers’ parallel ports.

Transferring files using a parallel port connection

To transfer files using the computers’ parallel ports, you need a LapLink® - compatible parallel cable.