Can I network two computers together with dial-up?

Yes, you can connect 2 computers by modem. This does not create a TCP network, though, so the gameplay won't work right.

This was how you did file transfers/downloads/BBS in the old days. You would need hosting or file transfer software that worked with modems to do this though.

Your cheapest bet would be to use a cross over cable and directly connect the two PC's. PCI network cards are pretty cheap and depending on the distance between the two, your cable shouldn't be to much.

Just make sure your getting a crossover cable and not a regular straight through cable. They are usually red instead of blue.

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