Windows 10: How to make a shared folder (also, IPv6... bad?)

Hi first time posting. I joined just for this BUT it is about time I join a forum for my frequent computer questions!

SKIP to the question at the bottom if you don't want to waste time reading my story.

At work, I have two PCs which are on the same network. I have been trying to figure out how to make a folder that they both share and is updated anytime you put something into it on either PC. I have tried a bunch of different things as well as followed a lot of instructions online. Nothing works! Finally I found some instructions which were not what I have heard a a hundred times before, and they started with enabling IPv6. Now, since this is a work computer I want to be careful making any big changes. I am not the admin or the IT person, but our company doesn't care as long as I don't cause problems. But when I looked into the ramifications of enabling that, it turns out to be a very comprehensive subject with some complex arguments on both sides. So, I am leaving it.

So, my question, finally, is..... is there a way to make a darn shared file on my network without causing a security risk, and without enabling IPv6? (Windows 10)

Thanks if you read all of that!

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Shared folders not accessable using file folder sharing after update?

Is there a reason you have ... NetBIOS over Tcpip Enabled: No .. It should be set to default.

Check your IPv4 settings ...
Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings Right Click on your network connection > Properties > Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP/IPv4 > Properties > General > Advanced

WINS Tab



DNS Tab




I see you have IPv6 setup ...

Does your ISP support IPv6 and do you actually use it ?

If not you can Disable IPv6 - Enable or Disable IPv6 in Windows | Windows 10 Tutorials

If it does and you want to use it ... you might want to check your router and make sure the IPv6 is setup correctly.

Note:
1. My ISP does support IPv6 and I have it setup in my router.
I use Googles DNS Servers for both.
The Google Public DNS IP addresses (IPv4) are as follows:

• 8.8.8.8
• 8.8.4.4

The Google Public DNS IPv6 addresses are as follows:

• 2001:4860:4860::8888
• 2001:4860:4860::8844

2. On my Netgear router for IP Assignment ... I have to use Auto Config vs Use DHCP Server so that my actual IPv6 address isn't shown (which can reveal unwanted information) and it uses a Temporary IPv6 address. You can check your IPv6 here - Test your IPv6.

 

How to stop sharing folder for windows 10?

Referring to following link, I would like to know on how to stop sharing folder for windows 10.

I cannot find Stop Sharing option on step 5.

Use these steps to stop sharing any folder on Windows 10:

1. Open Start.
   
2. Search for Computer Management and click the top result to open the experience.
   
3. Expand the Shared Folders branch from the left pane.
   
4. Click the Shares item.
   
5. Right-click the folder that you no longer want to share and the Stop Sharing option.
   

Furthermore, ADMIN$ is found to be Remote Admin under computer management.

There is no option to stop it as well.

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to stop sharing and remote?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions

How to stop sharing network folder on Windows 10 • Pureinfotech

 

?? 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

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