Simple network file sharing XP Home Edition

I have windows XP Home Edition 2007 Service pak 3. I can't share files on the network. In the network > tools > there is no file simple file sharing check box

"Simple file sharing" is applied (always enabled) for Windows XP Home editions.  Only XP Pro editions can disable Simple file sharing.  This does not mean that you can not share files.  Generally, you share folders simply by doing a right click on a folder and selecting:
Properties-> sharing (tab)-> share this folder.

You must also have the file sharing and printer installed and active on your computer.  More about here:
"You can not access the shared files and folders or browse computers in the workgroup with Windows XP"
  <>http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/318030 >

HTH,
JW

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