Folder sharing enables users within the same network to manage and access files on a dedicated server or between desktops, enabling seamless collaboration and efficient file management. This feature is vital for productivity and teamwork, ensuring that documents and resources are easily accessible.
The SMB (Server Message Block) protocol, also known as CIFS (Common Internet File System), is commonly used for folder sharing in local networks. This protocol is interoperable between Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, including Ubuntu.
In Ubuntu, the SAMBA package enables SMB/CIFS shared folder support for the Files application. This allows users to connect to Windows shared folders or other network shares easily.
Steps to access SMB or CIFS share from Ubuntu Desktop:
- Launch the Files application.
- Go to Other Locations from the sidebar menu.
- Click on the hosts listed in the Networks section or enter the IP address with the smb: protocol prefix of the host and click Connect.
- Select the folder you want to access.
- Click Connect with Anonymous selected or enter login details if required.
- Access the files and folders made available by the remote host.
- Click the eject icon to unmount the shared folder once done.
This guide is tested on Ubuntu:
| Version | Code Name |
|---|---|
| 22.04 LTS | Jammy Jellyfish |
| 23.10 | Mantic Minotaur |
| 24.04 LTS | Noble Numbat |
Mohd Shakir Zakaria is an experienced cloud architect with a strong development and open-source advocacy background. He boasts multiple certifications in AWS, Red Hat, VMware, ITIL, and Linux, underscoring his expertise in cloud architecture and system administration.
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