Unable to share files

I have a wireless router and home network that works fine with the exception of sharing files.  I just bought a new desktop and connected it tothe exisiting network.  I have shared the hard drive and files, but I still cannot access them from my laptop.  I have disabled windows firewall.  BTW, I am running windows Vista.
Any suggestions?

For Vista click on start (well the windows button anyway) and click on Network.  In that window on the tool bar there is a button for Network and Sharing Center.  Click that button and make sure File Sharing and what ever else you want is on.  You should also disable the windows firewall.   Isn't Vista WONDERFULL?  It makes you wonder for sure.
Message Edited by Ikester on 08-02-2007 11:08 AM
Richard Aichner (Ikester)

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