Can't connect to computers on network

Charlotte Hunter-Copper, PhD 0 Reputation points
2025-12-07T00:55:04.6366667+00:00

I have always been able to connect to the three other computers on my private network until this year's updates. I have researched for two days, and most of the Help support is outdated, suggesting I go places that no longer exist. I have tried everything I can possibly think of, and still no joy. Can someone please give me instructions for the latest Microsoft update that will allow me to connect to my other computers?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Internet and connectivity
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  1. Ivan B 88,670 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-07T01:32:09.7266667+00:00

    Hi ,

    All computers, you can enable these options.

    If you're using the same Microsoft account to try to access the folder, you'll need to add security to the folder you're sharing.

    Go to the start menu > settings > network and internet > ethernet or wifi network > select Private mode.

    Then go back to the previous menu and select advanced network settings > advanced sharing settings.

    Mark Network discovery File and printer sharing.

    In the Tab all networks Check Share public folders.

    Uncheck Password protected sharing.

    All that has already been done.

    Are you using the same Microsoft account on your desktop and laptop.

    Test

    Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.

    Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanmanWorkstation\Parameters.

    If the AllowInsecureGuestAuth entry does not exist, right-click and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it AllowInsecureGuestAuth.

    Set the value of AllowInsecureGuestAuth to 1.

    Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

    If it fails, type "Enable or disable Windows features" in the search bar > Search for SMB 1.0 in the list and select "OK." Restart the PC and test.

    Credits.: https://v4.hkg1.meaqua.org/en-us/answers/questions/2189515/windows-11-24h2-and-insecure-guest-logins-settings

    Give feedback if the information was useful or not.

    Thanks


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