Desktop and server users create shared folders to allow access to their files with other users in the same network.
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On Windows, it's supported by the File and printer sharing feature, while SAMBA provides the same functionality for Linux and other Unix-based operating systems. Either way, the folder sharing functionality implements CIFS / SMB protocol and works across operating systems.
You can access CIFS / SMB shared folder from a Ubuntu desktop via the default Files application.
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