Network connection between Windows and Manac?

Hi,
I have a Macbook and desktop PC both connected to the internet in the same home. I was wondering if it would be possible to transfer files from my PC to my Mac and if so how.
Thanks,
David

Hello,
Please try and search the forums before posting, as the topic of sharing files between Macs and PCs have been covered hundreds of times in this forum. You can save yourself time in getting the answers yourself rather than waiting for a response.
These links should get you started. You can also find instructions in your Mac own built in Help files accessible via the Help menu.
http://www.ifelix.co.uk/tech/leopard.html
http://www.ifelix.co.uk/tech/windowsxp.html
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?path=Mac/10.5/en/8201.html

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Edited by: 835435 on Jan 20, 2012 11:43 AM
Edited by: 835435 on Jan 20, 2012 11:44 AM

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