Embedded Files
Samba is the primary file sharing system between computer and different operating system. It was known for the widespread of WannaCry ransomware where the malware uses the SMB protocol to spread itself across the network. Hence, you should be very careful across network when using Samba, especially on outdated Windows 7 operating system.
Accessing a Samba Network
Accessing a Samba Network
To access a samba network offered by another machine, you simply:
- Open a file explorer.
- type in the URL as such:
//HOSTNAME_OR_IP/DIRECTORY. Example://remoteA/public
- If it is user authenticated access, fill in the Samba user account on the remote side for access.
- Once done, you should be able to access the shared Samba directory.
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