Networking iBook and iMac problem?

I connect both computers with LAN cable on the Ethernet ports. Then I turn on File Sharing on both computers, then I Go and Connect to Server. Yet, they don't see each other! The iBook is using Panther 10.3.9 and I gave the computers names too. This is my first time trying to connect two computers. Whats the problem? Ant tips will be welcome.
Thanks!
Luis

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