Network Computer to Computer help....

[Bowdoctor]

I have windows XP......on both computers.  I have a Crossover Cable to connect a computer to another computer.

I had it working and I messed up and now nothing. 

I need step by step on setting up the network.

I used the so called "Wizard" and nothing.  I even did a save from Computer 1 with a NETSETUP and ran it....NOTHING

I use "REPAIR" and when it is done it says......it could not renew your IP address.  I have clicked all places to Automatic acquire IP address on both computers.

I see I have a "Bridge" now and is that a good thing?

I am OK with computers...but I do need step by step.

I will uninstall all my Network connections with device manager and start from scratch if I must.

THANKS

[Broni]

Nice, step-by-step tutorial here:
http://compnetworking.about.com/od/homenetworking/a/connecttwocomp.htm