I’ve received a number of requests for an article on how to share a folder.

Instead it pops up a wizard to make things “easier”.

By default, this share button will not let you choose the name of the shared folder.

How To Share a Folder the XP Way in Windows Vista

Now choose the Advanced Sharing button.

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