Problem Summary
The Samba server on Debian Trixie did not appear automatically in Windows Network Explorer, unlike on Armbian Bookworm + OMV which appeared directly and prompted for credentials.
Root Cause Analysis
Environmental Differences:
Windows 11 24H2 (OS build 26100.6584)
Debian: Samba...
My GMKTEC M7 Pro mini pc consistently shows an empty network folder. Occasionally on a boot it will populate but then contents disappear. Internet access is OK, occasionally takes two or three tries to connect to a site. I recently set up a NAS on a Beelink Me Mini running Truenas Community...
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Here are the key details and highlights from the Microsoft support page for the July 22, 2025—KB5062663 (OS Builds 22621.5699) Preview update for Windows 11 version 23H2:
Overview
Release Date: July 22, 2025
Update Version: OS Builds 22621.5699 and 22631.5699
Applies To: Windows 11 version...
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I need just some clarifications:
Is SMB (protocol) the only way to access remote shared folders (in small networks without Active Directory)?
So whenever I want to list and use remote shared folders then SMB (either v1 or v2 or v3) must be enabled (on both computers).
Correct?
Hello! When turn on the vpn, when navigate first is going throught vpn, instead my router... So, is there any way to setup default gateway my router when vpn is active?