Connecting to Linux with Windows 2000/XP: Help Needed

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Connecting to a Linux computer from Windows XP requires the installation of Windows Services for UNIX, which is not necessary for Windows 2000. Users have reported successful connections using the "Map Network Drive" feature in Windows 2000, but this functionality may not work in Windows XP without the additional software. The specific version of Windows Services for UNIX can be downloaded from Microsoft's official site.

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  • Understanding of network mapping in Windows operating systems
  • Familiarity with Windows Services for UNIX
  • Basic knowledge of Linux file sharing protocols
  • Experience with Windows XP and Windows 2000 environments
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  • Research the differences in network mapping between Windows 2000 and Windows XP
  • Explore Linux file sharing protocols such as Samba
  • Learn about configuring network drives in Windows XP
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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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