What type of communication are you referring to and what exactly is the
style of communication desired [voice, email, instant messaging, file
sharing, etc.]?
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If do not have it on win98 <<< Start <<<<Settings <<< Control Panel <<<
Add/Remove Programs <<<
Windows Setup <<< Communications <<<<Details <<< Check on NetMeeting <<<
chick OK Check OK
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http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc768184.aspx
look at winpopup, note though it can be used outside the local network
[an annoyance and via hacks]
OR use Windows Chat [NetMeeting]
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308232&Product=winxp
NetMeeting Is Not Available on the Windows XP "Communications" Menu
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/298327
How to Use Chat in Microsoft NetMeeting
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/154407
Or look for something else which might better suit your purposes.
http://www.google.com/search?q=local+network+messaging+in+Windows+98
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=local+network+messaging&btnG=Search
EXAMPLE:
simple commandline tool for XP to winpopup
http://www.cezeo.com/help/netsend/