You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a , and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.
If you both use the same computer
You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.
Step-by-step procedure
Note
- If you are connected to a network , the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
If both computers are on the same network
You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.
If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:
Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a , use this procedure:
Step-by-step procedure
If you want to share your files online
You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.
Step-by-step procedure
If you don't want others to access your files
You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.
If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:
Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:
Step-by-step procedure
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