How to Share a Directory on a Network in Windows Vista

1. Find a directory in Windows XP or Vista and do the following.
   
2. Right click the directory
   
3. Go to properties
   
4. Sharing tab
   
5. In Windows XP - Check mark - Share this folder on the network and check mark allow network users to change my files. (if you like)
   
6. In Windows Vista - Click on the share button (do this if you want to share with other users on a PC. if not skip this and the next step.
   
7. Use the drop down and select Everyone (All users in this list) or you can be specific and choose the computer of choice.
   
8. Click on Advanced Sharing
   
9. Check mark Share this folder
   
10. Click the Permissions button
    
11. Modify the Permissions as needed
    
12. Click ok
    
13. Apply
    
14. Ok
    
15. Close