Building a Peer-to-Peer Network

• Create a simple peer-to-peer network between two PCs
• Identify the proper cable to connect the two PCs
• Configure workstation IP address information
• Test connectivity using the ping command

A LAN switch is connected to a computer. The cable that connects from the switch port to the computer NIC port is called a straight-through cable.

Two switches are connected together. The cable that connects from one switch port to another switch port is called a crossover cable.

Two computers are connected together. The cable that connects from one computer NIC port to another computer NIC port is called a crossover cable.

The cable that connects the RJ-45 adapter on the com port of the computer to the console port of the router or switch is called a rollover cable.