You can use the network capabilities of Windows XP to share a broadband Internet connection, files and printers. Setting up a local area network (LAN) is much simpler on Windows XP than on earlier Windows operating systems. You can set up either a wired or wireless LAN for your home or small office computers. Both setups will require a router for the main network computer and an access point or network interface card (NIC) for each additional work group computer. Writer Bio
