Windows 10: How does file sharing between 2 different accounts on the same computer work

Discus and support How does file sharing between 2 different accounts on the same computer work in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; If I bought a game on one account, would I have to redownload it on the other account so they both have it?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by BrennenM, Apr 27, 2021.

  1. BrennenM Win User

    How does file sharing between 2 different accounts on the same computer work


    If I bought a game on one account, would I have to redownload it on the other account so they both have it?

    :)
     
    BrennenM, Apr 27, 2021
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  2. BestSax Win User

    File Sharing

    Do you have a handy site I can read regarding file sharing across my home network?

    I have a laptop for work that is a part of a different workgroup.

    I have 2 desktop computers on the same workgroup. They all have different user names and accounts.

    One Desktop (of the 2) is running xp pro, and the other xp home.

    I want to be able to file share documents without opening them up to Everyone, and that seems to be the only way I can gain access to the files.

    I wanted to make it so that you would need to provide a user name and password that matched the computer you were trying to access the files’ user account. At work, that is what happens when I try to access a network drive because my laptop’s user name is different then what they gave me to access the network. A dialog box appears, I put in my network name and I’m in.

    I appreciate your help.
     
    BestSax, Apr 27, 2021
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  3. Cannot access shared network drive


    I could scream! so much time wasted on this stupid error, as if time is not precious enough!
    It probably would work fine if I could see the other computer! But I cannot see the other computer!
     
    sharonspost, Apr 27, 2021
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  4. DTG1 Win User

    How does file sharing between 2 different accounts on the same computer work

    Cannot access shared network drive


    Personally, I wouldnt use Everyone. If anyone hacks into you, they have full access to everything and can demolish everything on your raid. I would rather set up accounts and access separately for each person. That way, I know who did all that damage. In the end with a little extra work, I feel more secure by using Authenticated Users.


    If this helps.
    step 1 create non-microsoft account and without email and address without admin rights
    step 2 share a drive or folder to specific user account (if Everyone is listed, remove it)
    step 3 set security > add Authenticated Users (if more than 1 account) or add specific users
    step 3a remove Everyone from list
    step 3b uncheck full control and write for all items listed except SYSTEM and Admin account.
    step 4 right click Start > Computer Management > System Tools > Shared Folders > Shares ... to verify settings and change anything else. You can also see the number of connections to each share here.
     
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