file sharing using xp pro and xp home

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Hi i have a desk top running xp pro and a laptop running
xp home. I have successfully networked them to share a
printer, internet connections and some files. I am
however having a problem seeing a file with a .exe
extension. I've tried just about every - creating short
cuts on the desk top, posting the file to a new folder
etc. I've checked my browser - tcp/ip??? the net bios
thing and all. can someone please help or tell me what
may be wrong - why can't i see the data in the files
eventhoug the file is on the laptop?? Pleaseeeeeeee help
Thanks a bunch
 
You have to set share level access on the lap top files and folders before
you access them from the other machine. Easiest way to do this is to right
click the file or folder and select sharing and then give access to the file
or place it in the shared folder under your network places.
 
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