Yes, currently I have configured my network to be private. Running the network troubleshooter gives me the following error message:
Windows could not automatically detect this network's proxy settings
Ethernet communication between two computers
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Anonymous
Hello,
I am having trouble completing the circuit for two way ethernet communication. I have a laptop running windows 10 home connected via ethernet to a desktop running windows 10 pro. I am able to access files on my desktop through my laptop via ethernet. However, I am unable to do the reverse. I am unable to access files on laptop through my desktop via ethernet.
Thank you
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
2018-09-15T18:20:37+00:00 Settings > Network & Internet > Change Connection Properties
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Anonymous
2018-09-15T18:19:50+00:00 Not necessarily. What worked for me was changing to a Private network, running the network troubleshooter at Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot which is what flagged the wrong network setting. But I believe that's all covered in the tutorials I gave you.
If those all fail then you might need to use the crossover cable since they are built for this.
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Anonymous
2018-09-15T18:15:25+00:00 Hello Greg,
I read through the links you have provided. These are the same procedures I used before. The only thing different is the crossover cable. Is it important that I use a crossover cable for computer to computer ethernet communication?
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Anonymous
2018-09-15T03:39:41+00:00 Hi Guow. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 9 year Windows MVP, here to help you.
See these methods:
https://www.techperiod.com/connect-windows-comp...
https://techwiser.com/how-to-connect-pc-to-pc-l...
https://www.groovypost.com/howto/connect-netowr...
I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.
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