I can not share files between Desktop and Laptop

message from ss on 8 Jun 2004
Both Desktop1 and Laptop running windows xp pro. I can share files between
the Desktop1 and another desktop (Desktop2) which runs windows xp home.
I can ping Desktop1 from the Laptop.
I cannot ping the Laptop from the Desktop (neither 1 not 2).

I have been through this checklist
http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/troubleshoot/specificbroblems.h
tm), with no luck.

I don't know what else to check.

I have no firewalls enabled on this network.
I have simple file sharing enabled on all.
File and printer sharing is installed on all.
TCP/IP is the only protocol used.

Can someone please help me here?
 

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