[pchelpers] Re: Home Network

Cyril Halbach wrote:
> Scott McNay wrote:
>> FYI, the cable from the modem to the computer is probably a crossover
>> cable.
>>
>>   
> OK I do not quite understand that statement
Crossover and straight cables are wired differenly. Crossovers are 
usually used where a single lead goes between two network machines when 
no others are used. Straight cables can be numerous and usually converge 
at a network hub (for larger networks). The wiring details are here:
http://www.makeitsimple.com/how-to/dyi_crossover.htm
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