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On a small LAN with Windows 8 and Ubuntu computers, users may encounter login prompts when accessing shared folders from Ubuntu to Windows 8. This tag covers troubleshooting network share authentication, including identifying the correct username and password for cross-platform file sharing. Discussions focus on resolving access issues between Windows 8 and Ubuntu on a small local network, with tips on removing login requirements and finding valid credentials.
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    Windows 10 pw on network connect

    Hello I have two win8 computers and one ubuntu on a small lan. If i try to filebrowse from ubuntu to a shared drawer in any of my win8computers a login is required and i have no idea what username and pw i should use... I have tried my hotmail account and all other i could think of but i just...
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    • authentication computer setup file browsing file sharing file transfer home network local network network network settings password permissions settings shared folders small lan tech support ubuntu windows 8
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    • Forum: Windows Networking