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    File Sharing - Windows 2000 and XP on each computers

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Tiger123, Dec 4, 2005.

  1. Tiger123

    Tiger123 Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have a desktop PC with windows 2000 which is connected to my cable modem and a wireless router (d-link di-524). I have a toshiba m70 laptop with windows xp home which I connect to internet wirelessly with the built in intel 2915. Now i wanted to share files between these two computers, however I'm not sure how to do it when there are different operating systems...please help

    thx...
     
    Tiger123, Dec 4, 2005
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    The OS won't matter. Just make sure they're both on the same domain or workgroup and share the folders that have the files you want to move. You should be able to browse them in your network places.
     
    Brian, Dec 4, 2005
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Might have to play around with the settings on the firewall a bit to get it work.
     
    ZaZ, Dec 4, 2005
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