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4.4. Computers running Windows Vista: Sharing folders, a
printer or an ADSL connection
To create a network of computers, share data, a printer or an ADSL connection between
computers running Windows Vista, it is not imperative that the computers belong to the same
workgroup. However, if you wish to share between Windows Vista and an earlier operating
system, make sure to define the same workgroup on all computers. For information on how to
create a workgroup, please refer to the manual of your Hercules product.
The access paths described hereafter may vary slightly if you have modified the default
display in Windows Vista (that is to say, the Start menu properties and the Control Panel
display).
You have connected your computer to a private network (as opposed to a public network). Therefore, the
discovery options (namely, the ability to view outside devices and computers and to be seen by other
networks) are enabled, but sharing options are not. You must therefore enable them manually before you
can share your folders, your Internet connection or your printer.
4.4.1. Windows Vista: Sharing an ADSL connection in an
Infrastructure type network
Reminder: If you have an Internet "box", a modem router or a router connected to a modem, and one or more
computers, your network will be in Infrastructure mode by default. In this mode, the computers are
connected to your access point, namely your "box", your modem router or your router connected to a
modem, via the HomePlug network. Infrastructure mode is ideal for exchanging data, network gaming and
also for sharing an Internet connection and/or a printer between several computers.