One Database multiple computers?

Hello -- I have my itunes library (*.itl) on my home server along with my mp3 files.
Will there be a probem if I access this DB from my Windows desktop and windows laptop at the same time?
Thanks

Yes, only one instance of iTunes can open the database at any one time.
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