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Can I access another PC through a TP-Link on my home network

I have extended my home WiFi network (BT Smart Hub 2) to another building via a radio link (Ubiquiti NS-5ACL NanoStation). In that building I have a TP-Link router (Archer C50) to which I have attached a Laptop (via wifi).

Is there any way I can access the C:/ drive of that laptop from my PC in my home network?

I’ve Googled it and just cannot find a way how to do this – if indeed it’s possible.

I’m not very techy but would very much appreciate any assistance if anyone knows if this is possible.

Many thanks.

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In reply to Can I access another PC through a TP-Link on my home network

Windows long ago disabled sharing the entire C: drive. You can share some but not all folders.

Some want to discuss why the entire C: drive is no longer shared, but hey, security had to win at some point.

Example file sharing in Windows: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/file-sharing-over-a-network-in-windows-10-b58704b2-f53a-4b82-7bc1-80f9994725bf

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