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5.6. Computers running Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders, a
printer or an ADSL connection
To create a network of computers, share data, a printer or an
ADSL
connection in Windows 98 SE, it is
preferable that the computers belong to the same
workgroup
.
5.6.1.Windows 98 SE: Creating a workgroup
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. Double-click
Network.
2. Select the Identification tab.
3. In the Computer name zone, enter a name sufficiently
distinctive that it can easily be recognized in the list of
computers for the
computers for the
workgroup
(my-computer, wifi-
computer or julie, for example).
4. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to respect the
case of letters) for all computers you wish to link together in a
network.
case of letters) for all computers you wish to link together in a
network.
5. Click OK. Windows prompts you to restart your computer.
6. Repeat this procedure for each computer.
Note: to modify the name of a workgroup, follow the same procedure.
5.6.2.Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders
1. Select the folder you wish to share, without opening it.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select Shared As.
4. On the Share Name line, enter the folder name as it will
be displayed on the network (12 characters maximum).
You can also limit access to the folder by selecting the type
of access and a password.
of access and a password.
If the sharing tab does not appear, you must enable
file sharing.