Windows 10: Sharing a folder on home private LAN

Discus and support Sharing a folder on home private LAN in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; On my private LAN I want to share documents on system A with system B. System A's File Explorer shows that the Network folder displays both systems... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by GaryGranath, Sep 26, 2020.

  1. Sharing a folder on home private LAN


    On my private LAN I want to share documents on system A with system B. System A's File Explorer shows that the Network folder displays both systems listed first is system B - as DESKTOP-FLKD0I5, then system A as DESKTOP-NG6EJEC. That's all.


    In system A's File Explorer I select the Documents folder, then tap Properties, then Sharing, and Windows asks for the "name" of system B. What does Windows want for the name? DESKTOP-FLKD015? The person's actual name, John Doe? *** Email address is removed for privacy ***? I've tried everything I can think of.


    System B's File Explorer displays only its own entry - nothing else - but in a completely different format - as a Media Device: DESKTOP-FLKD0I5: *** Email address is removed for privacy ***, along with all the other devices. Nothing for system A.


    The Documents folder on system A displays its owner as Jane Doe *** Email address is removed for privacy ***. I thought Windows would want the same format for system B. I'm stumped. This is a 5-minute job for someone who knows what they're doing. Help!


    Best Regards, Gary

    :)
     
    GaryGranath, Sep 26, 2020
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    Im posting this because i've been looking for a free tool like this sense XP thought people should know about it *Toast :toast:

    Windows 7 when combined with Pismo get’s an incredible feature of creating password protected folders ( *.pfo ) which they call as Private Folders. It is just like any other folder to which you can add any folder and do any operation but not password protections just comes out of the box in Windows 7.

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    To create a private folder, you need to make a right click, select new and then private folders

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    Live OR Die, Sep 26, 2020
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  3. Frogger Win User
    ?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

    hmmm?
    Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, 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.

    When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

    Important

    If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
    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 domain, 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 workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
    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 permissions 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

    'HELP' it can be your friend *Smile Sharing a folder on home private LAN :)
     
    Frogger, Sep 26, 2020
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  4. xBruce88x Win User

    Sharing a folder on home private LAN

    Help with LAN

    your files are probably set to private on the desktop since it had a password, hence you can't browse them from the laptop. you may have to add you laptop to the permissions list or move the files to the shared folder, or manually share the folders that contain the files you want to access.
     
    xBruce88x, Sep 26, 2020
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