Network two macs

I have two new iMac's connected to a Time Machine via ethernet which is then connected to my Internet service.  I want to share files between the two machines without have to use a flash drive or whatever.  How?

Open the Sharing pane of System Preferences and enable file sharing.
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    Need simple instructions on how to network two macs wirelessly

    Animal,
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    Austinscott wrote:
    Frustration.
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  • Network problem - two Macs running Leopard won't connect or share

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