Windows 10: cannot access windows shared folder on local network

I have a windows 10 pc trying to connect to a shared folder on a windows 11 pc, both wired on the same local network. The windows 11 pc is visible on the network and I can see it when trying to add the network location on the windows 10 pc. I setup the windows 11 pc to not use password protection, yet when I try to add the location on the windows 10 pc, it asks for login credentials. It shouldn't be asking for them at all since it is disabled. However, my email is already there and when I enter the password it tells me the credentials are incorrect. I am 100% sure they are correct since I just

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Unable to Access Shared Files on Local Network after Windows Update

After a recent Windows update, I have been experiencing difficulties accessing shared files on my local network. Prior to the update, everything was working smoothly. However, since the update, attempts to connect to shared folders result in an error message, and I'm unable to browse or retrieve files from other computers on the network.

Error Message: "The specified network name is no longer available."

Steps Taken to Resolve the Issue:

1. Checked network connections and verified that all devices are connected to the same network.
   
2. Confirmed that sharing is still enabled on the folders I am trying to access.
   
3. Restarted both the local machine and the remote machines on the network.
   
4. Disabled Windows Firewall temporarily to ensure it's not causing the issue.
   
5. Reviewed the event logs for any relevant error messages, but found none.
   

Additional Information:

• All computers on the local network are running Windows 10.
  
• No recent changes were made to network configurations before the issue started.
  
• The issue is persistent across different user accounts on the affected machine.
  

I would appreciate any guidance or suggestions on how to resolve this network sharing problem after the recent Windows update. Thank you!

 

?? 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

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Sharing folders over network - access denied

Hello,

To troubleshoot your concern with sharing files over the network using your Windows 10 device, we suggest that you run the Shared folders troubleshooter and check if it helps. Kindly refer to the steps below:

• Type in Troubleshooting in the search box and press
  Enter.
• Click View all.
• Click Shared Folders.
• Click Next and follow on-screen instructions.

Hope it helps.