Need Help Networking 2 xp computers

[Spikers1]

Hey guys, i have 2 computers, they are both running windows xp. I have them both hooked up to my linksys router, which is hooked up to my cable modem. I can access the internet throught both of them, but i am not sure how to network them, so that i can share files play lan games ...... Could you guys give me some stepsto set this up. THanks a lot, Ryan

[Gecko]

Windows XP has a Network Setup Wizard that easy to use.
Click on Start > Control Panel, click on Network Connections, now click on File and select Network Setup Wizard this will walk you through setting up your home network.
I would also suggest that you use consider a software firewall, Windows XP has one that you can use. There are also many others, one I would recommend is ZoneAlarm they have a free version you can get from there website