Library not showing up in Home sharing?

Both my Mac and PC have Home Sharing enabled, yet my music and playlists are not showing up on my other computer. Both computers are authorized. Help?

Hi itscrizzy,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. 
I understand you are having issues with Home Sharing between your computers. The following article provides troubleshooting steps to sort out your Home Sharing setup. 
Troubleshooting Home Sharing - Apple Support
Cheers,
Jeff D. 

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    http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2972
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