my 2 network computer are not shared though connected to the same router?

Question

how to share them, both have internet but it troubleshoots when going to my network places, both are xp, i even installed protocol and all, please help

Answer 1

Both of the answers above are perfect however it is assuming that you are connected to the same local "network". Since you stated that the systems are connected to a router, it is also possible that the systems are not able to communicate with each other at all. Try a simple ping test to see if the systems can reach each other.

Answer 2

One quick check is to see if they are both part of the same workgroup. In the control Panel, click the system icon and look at the "Computer Name" tag, Both computers should be part of the same workgroup, if not change the workgroup to match on both. This is for WindowsXP. Once they are part of the same workgroup, you should be able to see the other computer in the network conenctions. Then all you need to do is "share" resources and they can share files and printers and such.

Answer 3

Just right click the folder you want to share, and choose Properties, and then go to the Sharing Tab, and choose Share this folder (You can name it with a unique name so you know it when you search for the shared folder on the other pc)..

Hope it helps,