How to Setup Network File Sharing?
Here’s how to share files & folders in Windows:
Open Computer Management
First, you will need to open Computer Management Win + X ➡ Computer Management
Create a New User
Just in case you need a password protection, You’ll need a new account.
Local Users and Groups
➡Users
➡ Right Click ➡New User...
- Fill down your new
User name
&password
- Uncheck
User must change password at next logon
Choose a Folder to Share
Now it’s time to choose a folder you wanted to share.
Shared Folders
➡Shares
➡ Right Click ➡New Share...
- On
Create A Shared Folder Wizard
window:Next
➡Browse...
➡ select a folder ➡OK
Customize permissions
(recommended) ➡ CheckFull Control
➡Ok
➡Finish
Give Permission to a User
- Select shared folder you just created &
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➡Properties
Security
tab ➡Edit
➡Add..
➡ Fill user name insideEnter the object names to select
➡OK
- Under
Permissions for home network
window: Click youruser name
➡ CheckAllow
onFull Control
➡OK
Troubleshooting
Check the Advanced Sharing Settings
Make sure the settings has been setup correctly.
Win + X ➡ Network Connections
➡ Network and Sharing Centre
➡ Change advanced sharing settings
Follow these settings:
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