Two computer network Please help.?
Q. I have two computers running on Windows Xp Home. They are both connect to the same router in the same house. I want to be able to share specified folders and or areas between computers. I don't want to have all files shared only specified folders. Also I do not know much about networks , ip addresses and so forth but I want both PCs to remain the same so there is no leakage of file history or any privacy of any kind. So the other person cannot tell what the other person is going in any way except for shareing whats in the shared folders. I want it so we can disable the shareing somehow and reinable it without much trouble. I know quite a bit about computers but I need to be put into the right direction. What type of network am I… [cont.]
Asked by cam - Sat Jul 22 18:11:38 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You asked "Are they already on a network of some sort?" The answer is "Yes, they are." Since you have XP Home, there is no checkbox for Simple FIle Sharing - that is only in XP Professional. It is fairly simple, just a few steps: you need to open File Explorer and right-click on the folder(s) you want to share, one at a time. Choose "Sharing and Security" from the menu. There will be a "Sharing" tab, that has a checkbox on it for sharing the folders on the network. From there, I am sure you can handle it! To unshare them, unclick the checkbox! Oh, one other thing - well, maybe two: make sure that File and Printer Sharing is loaded for the Network Connection you are using, and in the Windows XP Firewall, make sure that File Sharing is… [cont.]
Answered by William B - Sat Jul 22 20:43:29 2006

If someone breaks into your wireless network can you access their computer?
Q. This is purely hypothetical...a rights issue. If someone got into a secure network (unauthorized) and was piggybacking internet, does anyone see a problem with probing/monitoring the offending system to identify what it is, who it is, and what they're doing? I figure if it's on MY network with MY connection without permission so they forfeited any right to privacy and I have the right to find out why by any means necessary. It's like when I'm using the university's network they can (and do) monitor everything all the clients do, where they go, and log everything that's shared on (or sent via) their network. I don't see a problem with that, in that case I feel it's their connection so they have the right (and responsibility) to make… [cont.]
Asked by Matt M - Fri Aug 1 10:52:02 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, if they have File sharing enabled you should be able to probe their shares. But you should think about locking down the usual pathways that warspotters use to access unsecured wireless router signals. Turn off SSID, use wpa/wpa2 encryption keys that are at least 16 characters long. Write the network name and encryption down and safe in a secure spot. You need this information to add computers to your wireless network in the future.
Answered by itguy992005 - Fri Aug 1 10:57:57 2008

network magic?
Q. my dad installed this thing called network magic which allows all of our 4 computers to share files throughout the house. however i am a bit concerned that he might be able to see what websites im going on and when im logged on to aim or not. its not like im watchin porno here but if im just myspacin or chattin...i dont want my privacy interferred with. just wondering if this is possible?can he see all the websites and everything?
Asked by Brown man - Tue Feb 20 00:01:59 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I have network magic as well...it helps manage your network so if it is wireless; you can reconnect easily if you loose connection. One feature that network magic can do is see who is connected to the network. Also for how long they are connected to the network. So he can check to see what time you are connected to the network, no more late night chats. remember to vote for the best answer!
Answered by GO OILERS GO - THE NEW ENERGY! - Sat Feb 24 19:27:04 2007