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What is required to configure access to files over the network for users?
What is required to configure access to files over the network for users?
- Enabling firewall settings on all user devices
- Installing a dedicated file access application
- Configuring file sharing on the network router
- Configuring file sharing on the computer hosting the files (correct)
Which file sharing protocol is mentioned as being commonly used in Windows file shares?
Which file sharing protocol is mentioned as being commonly used in Windows file shares?
- SMB (correct)
- FTP
- NFS
- HTTP
What distinguishes Windows Server versions from client versions regarding file sharing?
What distinguishes Windows Server versions from client versions regarding file sharing?
- Server versions can only share files with other servers
- Server versions provide higher maximum concurrency and features (correct)
- Server versions do not support the SMB protocol
- Server versions are limited to single user access
What must be determined when setting share permissions in a Windows environment with Active Directory?
What must be determined when setting share permissions in a Windows environment with Active Directory?
Which versions of Windows primarily support file sharing via the SMB protocol?
Which versions of Windows primarily support file sharing via the SMB protocol?
What is one common way to set up a shared resource for storing files in a Windows environment?
What is one common way to set up a shared resource for storing files in a Windows environment?
Which editions of client Windows can follow the same file sharing workflow as server versions?
Which editions of client Windows can follow the same file sharing workflow as server versions?
What initial step is necessary before configuring file sharing in a Windows environment?
What initial step is necessary before configuring file sharing in a Windows environment?
Why is using existing user accounts for file sharing not recommended?
Why is using existing user accounts for file sharing not recommended?
What is a primary benefit of creating groups for file sharing access?
What is a primary benefit of creating groups for file sharing access?
Which command opens the Computer Management window in Windows?
Which command opens the Computer Management window in Windows?
What must be done if user accounts are created on a domain for file accessing?
What must be done if user accounts are created on a domain for file accessing?
When configuring access to a shared folder, what happens by default?
When configuring access to a shared folder, what happens by default?
How can you set file system permissions for a specific folder?
How can you set file system permissions for a specific folder?
What is the purpose of removing the default 'Everyone' group from shared folder permissions?
What is the purpose of removing the default 'Everyone' group from shared folder permissions?
What occurs when the username and password for a file server match those of a user’s remote client computer?
What occurs when the username and password for a file server match those of a user’s remote client computer?
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File Sharing
File Sharing
A method of allowing multiple users to access files stored on a computer or server over a network.
Windows SMB Share
Windows SMB Share
A specific file-sharing protocol used in Windows for accessing files over a network.
File Server
File Server
A computer that stores files and allows other computers to access them.
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
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User Accounts
User Accounts
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SMB Protocol
SMB Protocol
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Workgroup
Workgroup
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Active Directory
Active Directory
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Windows File Sharing Security
Windows File Sharing Security
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Creating Special Accounts
Creating Special Accounts
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Computer Management
Computer Management
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Active Directory Users and Computers
Active Directory Users and Computers
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Creating Groups (File Sharing)
Creating Groups (File Sharing)
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Full User Name (File Share)
Full User Name (File Share)
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File Sharing Permissions
File Sharing Permissions
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File System Permissions
File System Permissions
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Study Notes
Windows File Sharing Configuration
- File sharing is configuring access to files on a network.
- Windows SMB (Server Message Block) share is a common method.
- Windows SMB shares work on any Windows version.
- Supports client and server versions of Windows (e.g., Windows XP, 7, 10, Server 2003, 2019).
- Server versions offer more features (e.g., concurrent connections).
- Workgroup or Active Directory configurations are applicable (using domain users and local users for permissions if in an Active Directory).
- Older server versions can use the same workflow.
- Client versions like Windows XP, 7 Ultimate, and 10 Pro can use similar configuration.
User and Group Creation
- Create new accounts for users accessing fileshares, not existing accounts.
- This improves security.
- Special accounts are used instead of existing user accounts.
- If the username and password match on the server and client, no credentials are prompted for access to Windows SMB shares (more convenient).
- Use
Computer Management
(orcompmgmt.msc
) to create accounts and groups. - In Active Directory domains, use
dsa.msc
on a domain controller for user / group creation. - Add users to groups for managing access across multiple users with consistent settings.
- Specify full user name
ComputerName\UserName
when configuring access for domain member accounts.
File Sharing Setup
- Default share permission allows everyone to read, but must be modified.
- Change default permissions for increased security.
- Configure permissions at both the share level and the file system level.
- Important: Set permissions for the folder's file system level for complete control.
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Description
This quiz covers the configuration of file sharing in Windows, focusing primarily on the SMB (Server Message Block) protocol. It also addresses user and group creation specifically for secure access to file shares, detailing both workgroup and Active Directory setups. Test your knowledge on various Windows versions and their sharing capabilities.