Connecting Mini to Imac

I would like to set-up a wireless closed network between my mini-mac and my Imac so I can share files. How can I accomplish that?

MarcusRD-
Hmm.
I am guessing that the LinkSys has at least one spare network jack. You can plug the iMac into that and use it wired. The mini should then be able to use it's airport ability to connect to the router. That should get both machines on the internet. As far as using the iMac as a mini server, and to access and share files on it from the mini, this document might help: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106461
Luck-
-DaddyPaycheck

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