Question Can't share folders from desktop after windows 10 update and I'm stumped!

thane108

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So, Windows 10 updated on my desktop the other day and now I can't access folders from my other devices - I have my photos on my desktop.

I had no issues with sharing prior to the update.

My desktop has an ethernet connection. Laptop is on wifi (windows 11). Micro pc (windows 11) on my TV is attached via ethernet.

In Network and Sharing Center - Advanced sharing settings - the desktop is in private - I made sure that 1) turn on network discovery and 2) turn on file and print sharing are both selected.

I have also turned off password protected sharing in the All networks section - which should eliminate the need for enter passwords.

I have done the same settings for the laptop and micro pc.

In file manager on the desktop I have made sure that folders are shared.

I'm missing something.

Help!
 

KingLoki

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Are the all pc's still able to talk to each other ? e.g. ping each machine's ip address and show network drives etc ? Is it just the folder sharing problem?