Workgroup computers requiring Log in

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Guest

Sorry if this has been addressed elsewhere I could not find it. In a
peer-to-peer workgroup, all XP Pro, certain computers require a log-in from
certain other computers when trying to access. Each computer has shared
folders accessible to everyone. What I don't get is why some computers get
right on to the shared folders while others are asked for a log in. Also each
computer only has one account. Thanks!
 
G

Guest

Is simple file sharing turned OFF on all affected computers?

-kris
<Tools -- >Folder Options --> View --> [very bottom] of advanced settings>
 
C

Chuck

Sorry if this has been addressed elsewhere I could not find it. In a
peer-to-peer workgroup, all XP Pro, certain computers require a log-in from
certain other computers when trying to access. Each computer has shared
folders accessible to everyone. What I don't get is why some computers get
right on to the shared folders while others are asked for a log in. Also each
computer only has one account. Thanks!
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John,

Remember "Everyone" means all authenticated users. Is the Guest account
activated, for network access, on all (or no) computers?
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/06/file-sharing-under-windows-xp.html#Help>
 

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