Windows 10: Win10 1803 Loss of Direct Ethernet Link between 2 PC's.

Hi,
Subsequent to 1803 upgrade I have lost the direct ethernet link I had established between my two Win 10 Desktop PC's. Have tried everything to restore it but to no avail. If it is not possible to do so (and I suspect that may be the case), is there any way I can add my 2 PC's to the Media Streaming Options Local Network menu (see attachment for clarification). I'm guessing that because my ethernet link was independent of the home group, the two PC's did not get a mention there. I have found a video showing a possible restoration of inter-pc linking but it is dependent upon both computers being shown in the menu. Would really appreciate any assistance. Many thanks - .

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