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Learning how to share files and printers on a network makes it easier to use two or more computers in your home or office. You can access shared folders, transfer files, and print documents without connecting a separate printer to every computer. Windows 10 and Windows 11 include built-in network sharing features. You can use these features to share folders and printers between computers connected to the same local network. This guide explains how to configure file and printer sharing in Windows 10 and Windows 11. It also covers Windows XP sharing for historical reference and explains how to fix common network printer problems. Important: Windows XP is no longer supported. Windows 10 reached its end of support on October 14, 2025. Use supported Windows versions whenever possible. Do not connect an unsupported computer to an untrusted network for file or printer sharing. Table of Contents Requirements for Network Sharing How to Share Files and Printers in Windows XP ...