File Sharing

I see many threads that have to do with "File Sharing". I am running XP/SP2
and Vista Home Premium in a "dual Boot" situation. I am also on the internet
with the computer using a wireless router. I have had no probl;ems with
transfering any files from one hard drive to another. And File Sharing is
"ON".

However, I don't know how to turn File Sharing OFF. and If I did, would I
still be able to transfer files from one hard drive to another (Each OS is on
a separate HD).

After reading about File Sharing, it explains that with it on, other on the
same network can see all the folders and files. I'm not sure I would want
that. So what's the best configuration just for me and no one else ??

Thanks..

"REDWAGON" <REDWAGON@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> After reading about File Sharing, it explains that with it on, other on
> the
> same network can see all the folders and files. I'm not sure I would want
> that. So what's the best configuration just for me and no one else ??
>

Removing Client for MS networks and MS File and Print Sharing off of the
Network Interface Card or the dial-up connection, and the computer will not
be able to network with other computers period. Or if you have a personal
firewall/packet filter on the computer , then you block all inbound and
outbound traffic on TCP ports 137-139 and UDP port 445 and the computer with
the MS O/S will not be able to network period.