How can I configure the firewall to access shared folders on other computers?
If you want to share folders with other computers make sure that your local network is cataloged as a trusted network in the firewall configuration.
Follow these steps to check it:
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Click Status in the main menu.
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In the Protection section, click Settings.
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Select the Firewall option.
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In the Networks section, click Settings.
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Select the network you want, if there is more than one, and click Settings.
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Make sure that the trusted location option is selected.
You must check this on every computer that you want to connect across the local network.