Network capabilities are integrated into Windows 95, and the upcoming Windows 98, and they make a world of difference. Before you begin, make a complete backup of your hard drives. Make sure you have an emergency boot disk that will give you access to your CD-ROM drive in case you have to reinstall Windows. In setting up a network, you will make changes to your operating system, and as always, Murphy's Law applies. Hardware the first step Start by getting the right hardware.
Network cards come in different varieties.
You can get cards that plug into either PCI or ISA slots in your computer. But they are a bit more expensive than ISA cards. Faster cards are more expensive. This is a plug that looks similar to a modular phone jack, but bigger. You'll need enough cable to reach from one PC to the other.