network problem need help

I have a problem with my network. I have them connected
by a crossover cable. One computer is running Windows 98,
the second computer is a dual boot system which is
running Windows 98 and Windows 2000.

The problem is when we startup and it is booting, one of
the computers I get a log on screen for Microsoft
Networking. Do I need to enter the password for the other
computer?

Also, should I disable file and printer sharing on the
dialup adapter so we don't share over the Internet?

I'm completely lost. Please help!

In article <677301c482bf$813057d0$(E-Mail Removed)>, "Sam"
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>I have a problem with my network. I have them connected
>by a crossover cable. One computer is running Windows 98,
>the second computer is a dual boot system which is
>running Windows 98 and Windows 2000.
>
>The problem is when we startup and it is booting, one of
>the computers I get a log on screen for Microsoft
>Networking. Do I need to enter the password for the other
>computer?

Enter the password for the computer that's starting up. Even better,
eliminate the logon prompt while still allowing network access. On
Windows 98:

1. Go to Control Panel | Network.
2. Set the primary network logon to Windows Logon.
3. Reboot.
4. Log on with a user name and no password.

The logon screen won't appear again.

>Also, should I disable file and printer sharing on the
>dialup adapter so we don't share over the Internet?

Yes. Running a firewall program can also prevent sharing over the
Internet. If you run a firewall program, configure it to allow access
by the other computer on your local area network.

>I'm completely lost. Please help!
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