Hmmm.. good questions. Both the Desktop and the Laptop use W-7 OS. The Desktop is 64 and the Laptop is 32. I downloaded the associated file for each.
I can setup the Server and see my Desktop's IP address, and create the Client in the interactive window. I then install the 32bit version on the Laptop and go through the client process. when I get to the client windows ( bottom half ) as shown on page 10 of the manual, it doesn't show up the same. It states the need for the server name, but it actually shows the client name ( unable to change ) and has a blank to fill out for the server IP.
I enter the server IP, as it was displayed in the installation window of the Desktop setup., but it just repeats an error of unable to connect.
I have since uninstalled from both platforms and seeked advice here from people that may have had experience with this particular software or have suggestions for another. I can try a new download an install if this is the favored program.
EDIT : I'm going to try again later this afternoon or this evening. I happened to think and this may be real stupid... Do I have to have a hardwired link via USB, Ethernet or something between the Desktop and the Laptop?
I am running on the assumption that it is being handled via the Wireless HomeNetwork through my router. Both my Desktop and my Laptop are wireless as the router is on the other end of the house.