How to share data locally using the Synology server as a File Server
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The purpose of any Synology System is to store and centralize data storage for local networks. The act of file serving allows for computer data to be stored on the Synology System and to be easily accessible from any where within the local network, or across the Internet using the FTP Interface, or the File Station. This allows for computer data to be quickly disseminated amongst it's users. Centralized file servers reduces the need or the probability of creating "information islands," where information is fragmented across a local network. The need for external HDDs on different computers is also greatly reduced due to centralization. The following articles will cover how to create, access, manage users and priviledges on the Synology System. Also, it will cover how to connect to the Synology system using a Windows-based computer, or an Apple-based Leopard Computer. |
Recommended articles for understanding the operations of a File Server
- Username: A Username is a credential which is used to access the Synology System. Depending on the model, the Synology system will support 128 or 2048 users.
- Groups: A Group is a collection of Users which all users share the same access privledges. This is useful for department administration for offices, such as accounting, sales, or technical department. Depending on the model, the Synology System will support 32 or 64 groups of users.
- Shared Folder: A root shared folder is the basic method of storing and sharing data on the Synology System. Currently, the Synology system supports 100 shared folders.
- Privileges: Privileges are specific access control to each user and share, defining what access priviledges is the user allowed to perform. The Synology system supports priviledges such Read Only (RO), Writable (RW), or No Access (NA)
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Articles for Managing the File Server abilities of the Synology System
- How to Create a User Account on the Synology System
- How to Create a Shared Folder on the Synology System
- How to Create a Private Share on the Synology System
- How to Adjust the Privileges on the Synology Server
- How to Create Groups on the Synology System
