How do i connectctwo computers togather to play games. I have a cat 5 wire that I can use.?

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How do i connectctwo computers togather to play games. I have a cat 5 wire that I can use.?best antivirus software

I'm not very good with computers. I'd just put all the wires away and play with the cat. :)

How do i connectctwo computers togather to play games. I have a cat 5 wire that I can use.?firewall

Hello.

To do so, you must have a Local-Area Connection (LAN) set up.
you need a cross over cable. Witch is a cat5 cable with the wires swithched around. or you will need a router hub or switch.