Windows 10: Change Network Path for Network File and Folder Sharing

I would like to change my Network Path name.


If I right click on my C drive, click on Properties, click on the Sharing tab and in the Network File and Folder Sharing section my Network Path name is \\Desktop-uuor7m6\c


How am I able to change the Network Path name?

Thank you

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?? 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.

 

How do I share folders and files on my home network?

I can tell you the steps i take when sharing (maybe it wont help you but wont know without trying)

• On both machines
  • Turn off the firewall
  • Right click the network icon in the system tray and choose "open network & internet options"
  • Choose "Sharing options"
  • Under the "All Networks" dropdown make sure "Password protected file sharing" is turned off then apply if needed (also reboot the machine if applying)

• On the machine having the folder you want shared
  • Right click the folder - choose properties - go to the sharing tab - choose "advanced sharing"
  • Tick the box "share this folder"
  • Click the "Permissions" button
  • Make sure the group "Everyone" has "Allow" permissions for all options
  • Click the "OK" button for the permissions dialog
  • Click the "OK" button for the advanced sharing dialog
  • You should see just above the "Share" button on the remaining dialog a network path (this is the address you use on other machines to access the shared folder)
  • Now go to the "Security" tab
  • Click the "Edit" button
  • On the new dialog (Permissions) click the "Add" button
  • In the new dialog type in "everyone" and click the "check names" button - it should change "everyone" to uppercase and underlined
  • Press OK
  • Make sure the everyone group has allow for all permissions
  • Press OK - all dialogs should be closed - all done