Question : Problem: Can't connect XP-to-Linux server via ethernet cable

I am trying to connect directly to my Linux server (used to be on the net) using an ethernet cable between the two computers without a router. The win XP box cannot see the Linux box to log in to the application - running on apache. Redhat 8 is the OS

Seems it should be simple ....

Answer : Problem: Can't connect XP-to-Linux server via ethernet cable

Are you using a crossover cable?

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Crossover Cable Diagram