How do i connect an xp machine and vista for file sharing?

Question

I have use an ADSL router to connect my xp and vista machine i have followed many guides including this one: http://www.cnet.com.au/desktops/0,239029372,339289508-4,00.htm which is good. i installed microsofts update to display the xp machine in the map but know all it thinks it is, is a media server because i stream music to my ps3

Answer 1

In order to share the files, you need to go to the folder the files are stored in, right click, and select share. You would then be able to map a path from the other computer to the shared folder on the first computer; copy and paste the files.