Will deleting the password on a Windows PC impact the user's ability to share access?
Will deleting the password on a Windows PC impact the user's ability to share access?
I own three PCs at home. One is connected to my TV for streaming media from another PC. All computers use the same username and password. The shares are configured for [username], not for general access. I need to remove the password from the streaming PC so I don’t have to enter it on startup, but I’m concerned this might affect share access since they rely on the same credentials.
I see your point and question clearly. Having a PC that doesn’t require a login or password means anyone can access it, which is straightforward. If other PCs still rely on login names and passwords, they should keep doing so. The confusion might stem from worries that login details are being shared between the devices, causing them all to default to "Everyone." However, another synchronization would force everyone to use a password, disrupting security and user workflows. I don’t think having login and password syncing should be a necessary condition for any sync setup. Access permissions should come from users or systems, possibly managed through Group Policy, rather than being automatically synced.
Well, I think it's best to just go with it, 'If it ain't broke.'