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Sharing Files across 2 networks

by swati Oct 29, 2004 10:21PM PDT

Hi,

my company has 2 office locations abut 30 kms apart and we have nt server in the main office and a peer -to-peer set up in the other office. We have wireless access to the server (only in the main office) and the 'net in both offices . As i have to keep swapping info. b/w the 2 places, is there anyway i can do file sharing 'remotely'? Currently, i email files and get emails back in reply which means work cannot be done concurrently . We use win98 on all the local machines.We also have access to the net thru'a cable modem in both locations.

Many thanks in advance
wati

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Re: Sharing Files across 2 networks

by 44039 Nov 22, 2004 7:12AM PST

Setup a firewall at each end, then create a VPN tunnel between the sites. That way, both sites can share data back and forth (network shares, printers, etc).
As far as setting this up, I would recommend hiring a consultant, as you need to make sure you cover the bases as far as security is concerned! Also, VPN's are not for the weak stomach!

Scott
http://www.AAApcMechanic.com

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