I need to share files between to macs and I cannot seem to find an answer

Hi All
My biggest issue is that I have two macs and want to share files should as my Rapidweaver websites, my dosh (accounts package) master files, etc
I had tried Mobileme for a time and could seem to get it to do what I wanted.
I would like to be able to have my imac as the master, but be able to work from my macbook, eg if I want to work outside of the office in the house be able to just use the most up to date file of my website in rapid weaver (as I have 3 licenses)
Can this be done?
I had tried th network sharing to access the desktop, but my partner complains that his web viewing slows down too much

Of course it can be done but you need to have a few things in place.
* a fixed address so you can reach your computer at home (or a way to dynamically adjust for changes)
* your computer needs to have a public address, or you need to set up your home network so it maps the ports you need to the right inside address.
* You need to enable file sharing on the target Mac, share the appropriate folders, and set up an account with access.
* You won't have proper file locking, so sharing files that may be open on another machine can cause corruption. If you're sharing files from your website while the website is active, that could cause trouble.

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