Connecting to server (to PC from Mac)

Hi,
I want to setup a network between my Mac Mini and my PC (P3 XP SP2 Pro). I was able to mount my mac on my PC, but the mac can't find the PC. Any suggestions?
To connect, I go to "Connect to Server" from Finder, and .
Thanks

I assume the Mac and PC are connected via ethernet. You may want to check a couple of things:
- Have you identified folders on the PC for sharing? Right click on the folders on the PC. Then select the Sharing tab and follow the directions to make the folder available on the network.
- When you go to Connect to Server on Finder, click on Browse and the Network window will come up. If you are connected to your PC, you will probably see Mshome (whatever name you have given to the network/workgroup on the PC. Click on it to connect. BTW, I simply go to the Go choice on the Finder menu bar to get to the network window.
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