Windows 10: in my file explorer, in the "network" folder i keep getting devices that are not mine,...

in my file explorer, in the "network" folder i keep getting devices that are not mine, never logged into, such as a MyCareLink relay, and car1042, what are these and why?

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?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

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Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

Important

If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
If you both use the same computer

You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
If both computers are on the same network

You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
If you want to share your files online

You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

Step-by-step procedure

If you don't want others to access your files

You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure

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Windows 11 Cannot see shared folders in File Explorer under Network

Thank you for the references to not seeing the shares listed under Network in File Explorer.

One of references suggested making sure IPv6 is on under properties of the Network card. I had turned if off on a suggestion from another post.

When I turned IPV6 back on in the properties of the Network card, the shared folders immediately appeared under Network in File Explorer.

After re-booting, the shares disappeared under Network in File Explorer.

I toggled the IPV6 off again and immediately the shares showed up again in File Explorer under Network. After reboot the shares disappeared from File Explorer again.

 

Unknown Device Showing in Network Folder on Windows 10 File Explorer Display

You're not alone, bb.ga. I'm too am experiencing something similar: an Amazon device (either an Android phone or a tablet) always appears in my Windows 10 File Explorer's Network folder.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Device name varies (e.g., "douglas" or "Giza1," or "Android_264d")
• Device Properties contain only device name and a MAC address
• When searching MACVendorLookup.com for device (using MAC address), phone never found but tablet (listed as a computer in File Explorer) always an Amazon product
• Device disappears from Network folder shortly after clicking on device's icon
• Device never listed as connected to my router (and ISP tech support maintains that it isn't)

I don't own an Amazon device (although I recently purchased a laptop via Amazon). My network is private (guest/public access denied without 20-character password). My WiFi security is high, and I've never knowingly shared the password with anyone.

Did you figure out how to remove (and block) the phantom device from your network, bb.ga? If so, how'd you do it?