Networks Networking strange problem?

I've connected 2 old computers through DCC to learn things but I've run into a "strange?" problem.If I make computer #1,host, it can't read/see/connect to computer #2 ,guest,but computer #2 CAN see the HOST.If I reverse roles for the computers it does the same thing.
I thought it might have been the cable so that's why I reversed.

My question's are

1)Is it possible the cable could be bad with this situation?It's a 25 foot serial cable using the Printer port.

2)Has any one run into this problem and found a solution?

I've done all the obvious things and some computer friends are also stumped at this time.Any answers or suggestions will be welcomed.

Both systems are running WIN 98 SE.

 

No idea mate, sorry. I can only suggest getting a cross over Cat5 patch lead and a network card in each PC and making an ethernet connection.

 

MS Knowledge Base Article Q159578 states that VREDIR.vxd file is missing or damaged. Article gives information on how to replace this file.

 

also i know it is a simple thing but do you have anything shared on the other computer...i have done that before lol and felt like a dweeb lol just a thought

 

Thats the way that DCC works. Only the guest can view the resources on the host.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;194709
Edit:
If you want to share resources between them both without having to switch then use network cards and a hub.