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I have various folders shared across my network. Some of those folders are for smaller files that need to be accessed from every machine on my LAN (Local Area Network), while others tend to be used for larger files (such as videos). However, for those smaller files (such as backup copies of galleys), I use Samba because it’s flexible and easy to use. For the larger files, I often go with NFS.

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NFS stands for Network File System and is a straightforward system for sharing folders across a network. Other than the flexibility, Samba is a bit easier to work with than NFS, which is why so many opt to go that route. But when you need to save larger files to a network share, NFS is a…

NFS is a great service for sharing folders across your LAN. Although NFS isn’t quite as flexible as Samba (it doesn’t share printers or work with Active Directory), it’s considerably faster, which is great for working with larger files.

Besides being a bit easier to use than Samba, NFS is also a great option for networks that house various operating systems. The one caveat to NFS is that it’s not as secure as Samba. This is fine if you’re working on your home LAN, which no one else can access but you (and/or your family).

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Unlike connecting to NFS shares from a Linux client, connecting from MacOS requires an extra configuration, and the connection is best managed from Finder.

Let me…