Big Network

[skidooridr600]

Hey,
My local friends and I were wondering if it would be possible to create a network between our houses?
We live a few miles apart. Is there any way besides the internet, to make a network so we could share files faster?
What kind of stuff would it take, how much would it cost?
Thanks for your help!

[Malone]

Well if you lived next door to each other or at least in the same neighborhood it might not be a big deal to run some CAT-5 cable between your houses. But since you do live a few miles apart, I think the Internet is the only (economical) way to go.

[SkyDog]

The most cost-effective method would be via the Internet if you both have broadband connections. You could set up a VPN so you would be on the same virtual network and access each others' network resources.

Another feasible option would be a wireless setup. Something like THIS would work if you've got a clear line-of-sight between your homes.