Disable Simple File Sharing

Reason

Simple file sharing doesn't allow access to the ADMIN$ share, which is needed for remote administration to copy files to the computer. This is necessary for any administrative task that is going to execute a process, such as a software deployment, that needs to be copied to the computer.

Cause

Simple file sharing is on in XP by default, or it can be enabled through a control panel.

Repair

Disables simple file sharing.

See Also

Enable Admin Share
Firewall Exception - File Sharing