If you’ve previously set up a home network using computers running Windows XP or Windows Vista, you’ll find that setting up a network with a mix of computers running Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 is similar. There are a few important differences though, and understanding what’s different can help you avoid problems.
In this article you’ll find important information about:
- What’s changed since Windows XP and Windows Vista
- If all computers on your network are running Windows 7, create a homegroup
- If your network contains computers running different versions of windows, put all computers in the same workgroup
- Set the network location to Home or Work
- Make sure your firewall allows file and printer sharing
- Turn on additional file and printer sharing options
- Consider using password-protected sharing
- To share a file or folder
- Using the network map