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I have a PC running on Windows 7 and another one running Ubuntu 12.04.
I know I can directly connect both of them using a crossover cable, however I occasionally do have a laptop to connect as well, so a switch is a better option.
I would like to connect both of them using a D-link 5-port 10/100 Desktop switch which I have, but can't figure out how to do that. Also, I use a dongle to connect to the internet. I hope that does not create any additional problems.
Should I be going for a switch or should I buy a router?
Routers are for creating subnets. Switches are all 1 network. As for switches, here is a relavant question regarding their capabilities: https://superuser.com/questions/1216118/how-can-i-determine-if-a-network-switch-has-sufficient-bandwidth-to-support-pc-t
– SDsolar – 2017-07-22T05:21:11.340