Dual display in Win 7


  1. johnb
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    Dual display in Win 7


    I have a desktop running Windows 7 Ultimate and a laptop running XP Pro. Is there any way to use the laptop as a second monitor? I know how to set it up physically but just don't know if the laptop has to be running the same OS or not.
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  3. unifex
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    Windows 7 Ultimate (x64)
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    Welcome to the Forums, John.

    I believe that this CNET video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhGzTGzHwik explains how to do that.

    Hope you find it helpful.
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  4. johnb
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    I appreciate the help and will try this oput but am still unsure if having different OS on the laptop and desktop will make any difference.
    thanks
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