Windows 10: After the last Windows 10 (October) update, my computer cannot see shared folders of...

After the last Windows 10 (October) update, my computer cannot see shared folders of Windows XP on the local network.


I've been able for years to use shared folders of other computers (including Windows XP) for my work but suddenly (10/16/2018) my computer stopped seeing those folders on the local network (no Domain).

I've tried to turn off my antivirus, any available firewalls but to no avail. I've followed all possible and recommended solutions from the Internet but nothing helped.

In short.

Within one day, my Windows 10 computer stopped seeing/accessing Windows XP shared folders on the local network.


Another interesting thing.

One of Microsoft Community answers recommended to try "SoftPerfect Network Scanner". After downloading it, I was able to see all local network computers and open some(!) shared folders of some (not all ) Windows XP.


Any help to resolve that very annoying issue?

How to start from scratch joining Windows 10 and Windows XP computers on the same network?


Thank you in advance.

:)

 

?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

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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

 

Windows 10 Tweaks

Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

• Open a new Explorer window.
• Click View in the ribbon.
• Click Options.
• Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
• Click OK

credit to Lifehacker.

 

The folder cannot be shared?

• Have you made any changes or updates to your computer prior to this?

The only other folder I have shared on this computer is the Downloads folder and it was shared many months before the Windows 10 anniversary update. Therefore, there have been many Windows updates since the Downloads folder was shared. This is the first
time I have tried to share a folder in the My Documents tree.

• When did you start experiencing this issue?

I have no idea since I have only shared one other folder and that was many months ago as explained above.

• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

None. I have no idea how to troubleshoot this. All I know is that a search with Google revealed that many people have this problem going back at least to Windows 7.

• Is it possible for you to send us a screenshot of the issue?