Networking Two Computers via USB

[Douglas Allen]

Hi hackers,
 
   I am interested in connecting my Linux machine to my windows XP machine.
 
   I was going to try the USB ports first. Now I've opened a can of worms.
 
   Assuming one could buy a USB A-male to A-male cable, is there a danger in connecting 
 
   each computer directly? Where can I get more information on the pin outs of the USB ports?
 
   I see that adaptors are sold for such purposes. Is that because there is some danger of
 
   frying those ports? I know there is a power connection on a USB port. I don't need to supply 
 
   power to any PC port. What leads may I use just for data? Do they need to be like a null-
 
   modem cable? Probably that's why there are so many schemes to xfer data such as flash
 
   memory keys. I want to go direct without a hub or an adaptor. Is there a cable to make it
 
   all work ok? Any reply would be greatly welcome. 73s all.


		
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