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From: peirce@outpost.UUCP (Michael Peirce)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.mac.comm,comp.sys.mac.apps
Subject: Re: How to use "Public Folder"
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Date: 3 Mar 91 02:09:00 GMT
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In article <1991Mar2.190020.20701@bronze.ucs.indiana.edu>, cliu@copper.ucs.indiana.edu (chang hsu liu) writes:
> 
> 
> There are two macs in my office, and I'd like to use "public
> folder" to share files between them. Both macs are connected
> to a LaserWriter IIntx. Do I still need any other cable in
> order to use it? I tried putting the file in system folder of
> both macs. and also created a folder named "Public" but it doesn't
> work. 

If both Macs are connected to the same LaserWriter they should be
on the same network and be able to transfer files using Public Folder.

As to your trouble, there are a couple of things to check.  First
check for exactly the six letters p u b l i c, especially check for
leading or trailing spaces.  I've run across a few people who had
that problem.  

Also, the folder names PUBLIC must be in the root of the disk.  In
other words, if your boot disk is named HD40, put the folder in the top
most place there.

Another item, is a few people don't reboot after putting the PF file
into their system folder and creating the PUBLIC folder.  You must
reboot after you do these things for it to kick in.

If you are still having trouble, either give me a call or call Claris
Tech support...

-- michael, author of Public Folder (from my days at Claris)


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