Computers that are configured to use PeRKInet are "networked", which means they are configured to communicate with one another. It is strongly recommended that any file sharing features on your computer should be disabled to prevent others from accessing (and potentially harming) your computer. Only those people who require file sharing and are experienced in the file sharing abilities of their operating system should have this feature enabled.

Neither Northcoast Internet, Inc. nor Cox Communications Humboldt are liable for any loss or damage caused by improper or incorrect use of your computer's file sharing features.

Fortunately, most computer systems have file sharing disabled by default. However, please be sure and check that your computer does not have file sharing enabled by following the instructions below.

Windows 95 and 98

1. Click on the Start button, select Settings, then select Control Panel. Open the Network control panel.
2. Click the File and Print Sharing... button.
3. Make sure that neither of the checkboxes are checked.
4. Click on the OK button, then click the OK button on the next screen. If prompted to restart your computer, select Yes to do so.

Windows NT and Macintosh

Other operating systems, like Windows NT or the Macintosh OS, use a variety of file sharing services. Check your operating system manual for information on disabling file sharing or contact your computer's manufacturer for help.

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