Re: Setting up multiple workgroups for same computer
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Bob wrote:
I'm trying to set up some computers at my workplace to be able to share files
at different levels. e.g. Three computers should be able to share files among
themselves, as one workgroup, and more computers should be able to share
files with each of the original three, but with different wokgroups.
In other words, can a single computer be set up with 2 or more workgroup
names?
No. A computer can belong to only one workgroup (or domain) at any
given time. Is there any reason why you can't you WinXP's built-in file
permissions to "... share files at different levels...?" That's one of
the things the file system was specifically designed to do.
HOW TO Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;279783
HOW TO Set, View, Change, or Remove File and Folder Permissions
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;q308418
HOW TO Set, View, Change, or Remove Special Permissions for Files and
Folders
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];Q308419
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... workgroups are composed of the computers within a single department or a small company. ... different departments may be workgroups and each may have a unique name to identify the workgroup. ... [end quote] ... A file server provides a central location on your network where you can store and share files with users across your network. ...
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