Allowing Users to Share Folders

Abstract

This feature enables users to share personal files with users on other machines on the same network on heterogeneous systems such as GNU/Linux and Windows®.

The file-sharing configuration is done in two simple steps: determining who can export folders, and then which protocol will be used. A 3rd step will be required if you select the Custom export option.

Figure 3.11. Controlling Exports

Controlling Exports

First of all, you must determine who will be able to share folders. Three different options are available:

Figure 3.12. Choosing the Export Protocol

Choosing the Export Protocol

Then you must choose which protocol to use for file sharing. Check one or both of the following:

When you have checked the desired boxes, click on the OK button. The required packages will be installed, if needed. If you uncheck a previously checked box, the corresponding service will be stopped.

Once users are allowed to share data, they can select the folders to be shared through their preferred file manager.