Connecting to Linux with Windows 2000/XP: Help Needed

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Connecting to a Linux computer from Windows XP using the "Map Network Drive" feature may not work as it did in Windows 2000 due to differences in networking protocols and support. To resolve this issue, it is recommended to install Windows Services for UNIX on the Windows XP machine, which can enhance compatibility and enable proper network mapping. The necessary software can be downloaded from the Microsoft website.
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Hello all,
When i use windows 2000..i can connect to a linux computer using Map network device..
But when i use the same in Windows XP..it is not working why?
Is there someone who has experience in such mapping..please help me..

thanks
 
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