You’ll have to go deep into the connection & internet options.
OpenSettingswith theWIN+ishortcut or search for it from the taskbar.
SelectNetwork & interneton the left side and thenAdvanced online grid settingson the right side.
snag the button next toNetwork discoveryto turn it on or off.
What Is Windows 11 data pipe Discovery?
online grid discovery has a limited function.
They must double-click your rig name tosee all your shared files, folders, and printers.
You might want to turnoffnetwork discovery to remain somewhat hidden on the internet.
Turning off internet discovery makes sense here so it’s not so easy to see your shared files.
web connection Discovery and File Sharing
web connection discovery andfile sharingare two separate prefs.
you could have one turned on without the other.
You’ll be asked to turn on internet discovery and file sharing if you select it.
Generally, file sharing shouldnotbe turned on when connected to public networks.
pick the toggle next toFile and printer sharingto turn it off.
Use Computer Management to manage all your shared items easily.
