Is there a way to connect a pc to linux through just a workgroup and not a domain?
Linux - NetworkingThis forum is for any issue related to networks or networking.
Routing, network cards, OSI, etc. Anything is fair game.
Notices
Welcome to LinuxQuestions.org, a friendly and active Linux Community.
You are currently viewing LQ as a guest. By joining our community you will have the ability to post topics, receive our newsletter, use the advanced search, subscribe to threads and access many other special features. Registration is quick, simple and absolutely free. Join our community today!
Note that registered members see fewer ads, and ContentLink is completely disabled once you log in.
If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us. If you need to reset your password, click here.
Having a problem logging in? Please visit this page to clear all LQ-related cookies.
Get a virtual cloud desktop with the Linux distro that you want in less than five minutes with Shells! With over 10 pre-installed distros to choose from, the worry-free installation life is here! Whether you are a digital nomad or just looking for flexibility, Shells can put your Linux machine on the device that you want to use.
Exclusive for LQ members, get up to 45% off per month. Click here for more info.
Is there a way to connect a pc to linux through just a workgroup and not a domain?
Is it possible to get my Linux box to show up on a simple workgroup, instead of a domain? If so is it also possible to do it without samba? im using 2 pcs with windows xp and one linux box running the best linux. Any help would be great...thanks
You will need Samba to share with the Win boxen, but if you mean domain in the "Windows NT Domain" sense, no, I don't think you necessarily have to do that. You can configure Samba to be part of a workgroup.
There's a lot of information out there dealing with Samba configuration, and a lot of it conflicts with other info you might find. Here are a few links to get you going:
LinuxQuestions.org is looking for people interested in writing
Editorials, Articles, Reviews, and more. If you'd like to contribute
content, let us know.
