Jimmy Brush

By default, Windows Vista does not allow access to shared folders from
accounts that have no password. This is to protect you from internet-based
attacks that frequently scan computers looking for empty passwords and
taking over such machines.

*** It is highly recommended that you set a password on your account ***

Now, if you have a GOOD firewall running, you may want to take this shortcut
to allow your other computer to browse your Vista machine without entering a
password.

*** FOLLOWING THESE STEPS WILL GREATLY REDUCE THE SECURITY OF YOUR MACHINE:

- Click Start
- Click Control Panel
- Click System and Maintenance
- Click Administrative Tools
- Double-Click Local Security Policy
- Click Continue if you see a box asking for permission
- In the left pane, click the triangle next to Local Policies
- In the left pane, click Security Options
- In the right pane, double-click "Accounts: Limit local account use of
blank passwords to console logon only"
- Click Disabled
- Click OK

You will now be able to access your Windows Vista shares from other
computers using an account with no password. It will still ask you for a
username and password; you just need to type in the username and click OK.

- JB