Need to remove some XP computers from workgroup

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A 8-10 computers workgroup, all XP Home.
Cable modem internet access.
Dlink DI-704 wired ethernet router
Dlink 16 port switch

MSHOME workgroup setup, with a few shared folders, and one shared C drive
for one main program.

I am now trying to completely remove 2 of the computers from ALL workgroup,
workgroup shares, folders, etc, while keeping the other 8 or so computers in
a workgroup. I want the two "removed" computers to NOT belong to any
network whatsoever. I just want them to have internet access. I have tried
removing them via the Network Setup Wizard, deleting network places,
changing the name of workgroup, putting the two computers in their own
workgroup, etc.

However, whatever I do these two computers can still see and access the main
workgroup.

I'm by no means a networking expert, but I'm not a total newbie either. But
this thing is driving me CRAZY. Why can't I get these two computers to GET
OUT of my network??? ; )

What am I doing wrong?

thank you,

jm
 
JM said:
A 8-10 computers workgroup, all XP Home.
Cable modem internet access.
Dlink DI-704 wired ethernet router
Dlink 16 port switch

MSHOME workgroup setup, with a few shared folders, and one shared C drive
for one main program.

I am now trying to completely remove 2 of the computers from ALL
workgroup, workgroup shares, folders, etc, while keeping the other 8 or so
computers in a workgroup. I want the two "removed" computers to NOT
belong to any network whatsoever. I just want them to have internet
access. I have tried removing them via the Network Setup Wizard, deleting
network places, changing the name of workgroup, putting the two computers
in their own workgroup, etc.

However, whatever I do these two computers can still see and access the
main workgroup.

I'm by no means a networking expert, but I'm not a total newbie either.
But this thing is driving me CRAZY. Why can't I get these two computers
to GET OUT of my network??? ; )

What am I doing wrong?

thank you,

jm
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"What am I doing wrong?" You are using Workgroups a real network would use a
Domain to control security.
 
JM said:
A 8-10 computers workgroup, all XP Home.
Cable modem internet access.
Dlink DI-704 wired ethernet router
Dlink 16 port switch

MSHOME workgroup setup, with a few shared folders, and one shared C
drive for one main program.

I am now trying to completely remove 2 of the computers from ALL
workgroup, workgroup shares, folders, etc, while keeping the other 8
or so computers in
a workgroup. I want the two "removed" computers to NOT belong to any
network whatsoever. I just want them to have internet access. I have
tried removing them via the Network Setup Wizard, deleting network
places, changing the name of workgroup, putting the two computers in
their own workgroup, etc.

However, whatever I do these two computers can still see and access
the main workgroup.
Click to expand...

Workgroups are just a cosmetic and organizational device. Instead of
worrying about the machines showing up - which they will do no matter
what Workgroup name you use - either 1) upgrade your machines to XP Pro
so you can set proper permissions/restrictions; or 2) put the two
machines on a completely separately subnet with their own Internet
connection.

Malke
 
XP Home uses simple file sharing through the guest account. If an XP home
computer is on the same subnet as a computer sharing files via simple file
sharing it will be able to see the shares. This is by design with XP Home.
You need to move to XP Pro or install a second router and have the two
computers you want to remove from the workgroup on a different subnet.
 
"What am I doing wrong?" You are using Workgroups a real network would use
a Domain to control security.
Click to expand...

A real network would use a real operating system if one was truly concerned
about security. Unfortunately the toy operating system sold by MickeyMouse
doesn't understand the basics when it comes to security and that's why it
is the most insecure o/s on computers today.


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NoStop said:
A real network would use a real operating system if one was truly
concerned
about security. Unfortunately the toy operating system sold by MickeyMouse
doesn't understand the basics when it comes to security and that's why it
is the most insecure o/s on computers today.
Click to expand...
 
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