Description
In this video, I’ll show you how to connect two computers directly using an Ethernet cable to transfer files without needing a router or a switch. This is a great way to quickly share data between PCs, especially if you don't have a local network set up.
I walk you through the entire process on Windows 11, including how to troubleshoot common connection and permission issues.
What you’ll learn in this video:
- How to physically connect two computers with an Ethernet cable.
- How to set up static IP addresses for both PCs to ensure they can communicate.
- Steps to share a folder and configure network discovery.
- How to fix the "Windows cannot access" error and bypass password-protected sharing.
- Configuring Local Group Policy and Credential Manager for seamless access.
Key Steps Covered:
- Direct Connection:
- Connecting the Ethernet cable.
- IP Configuration: Setting manual IP addresses (e.g., 192.168.1.100 and 192.168.1.200).
- Folder Sharing: Setting permissions for "Everyone."
- Network Discovery: Turning on discovery and file sharing in Windows settings.
- Troubleshooting: Using Group Policy Editor to enable insecure guest logons and adding Windows Credentials.
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