Does Windows 10 Still Have Homegroup?
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HomeGroup has been removed from Windows 10 (Version 1803). However, even though it has been removed, you can still share printers and files by using features that are built into Windows 10.

What replaced HomeGroup in Windows 10?

Microsoft recommends two company features to replace HomeGroup on devices running Windows 10:

  1. OneDrive for file storage.
  2. The Share functionality to share folders and printers without using the cloud.
  3. Using Microsoft Accounts to share data between apps that support syncing (e.g. Mail app).

Does HomeGroup exist in Windows 10?

A homegroup is a group of PCs on a home network that can share files and printers. … You can prevent specific files or folders from being shared, and you can share additional libraries later. HomeGroup is available in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 7.

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