I know this question exists, but it's about USB in General. Mine is about USB 3.0 and newer specifically.
USB 3.0 specification introduces the feature known as direct host-to-host connection with normal USB 3.0 A/A [male/male] cables [or some bridge cables? Anyway I can't find any to buy]. [1] [2]
But it's now 2018, I have a pretty new laptop. The sources date from 2012 or older.
My question is:
How can I connect two computers [preferably using Windows 8.1, I don't mind using a OS with a linux-kernel] with USB 3.0 ports together to transfer files or maybe play LAN games? [I know how to do it with normal networking cables :P]
I'm trying to connect a single PC with limited storage [Mini ITX] to a much bigger PC full tower that has a lot of hard drive storage. Both machines have USB C on them so I was just wondering if I can just get a USB C to USB C cable to connect them together to begin transferring files? Does USB C act as both host/client? I've seen USB 3 crossover cables so I'd be willing to go with that if it's easier but I'm trying to get the best possible speed on the cheap.