Filesharing between OS X, Windows XP

Is there any way, guide, or program that I could do this with? I have a router and everything but I'm wondering if there is any way to do this. Thanks.

yes you can. You might start with this [article|http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1568] and the references within it as well.

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