I’m trying to connect my Linux laptop to the network at my workplace so I can share files with colleagues, but it’s not clear how to do it.
I can plug in the Ethernet cable and get a connection to public internet but cannot see any storage drives on the local network.
What should I do?
Debian 13, GNOME 43.
Ask the IT department.
There’s no IT department as such - it’s a small business. My boss had everything set up by a guy who moved away and if there’s a problem these days he gets people from the local computer shop to come over! All the other machines here are running Windows.
somewhat relevant: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadow_IT
That’s really funny - I’m definitely running a Shadow IT Operation at my workplace! My attitude is that as long as my output is interoperable with the software and systems that my colleagues are using I should be free to work however I like.
Network scan your workplace network. I wouldn’t recommend it for a proper IT managed network, but this is clearly a much looser situation.
Install zenmap, and do a scan of the network. Look for a device that looks like a NAS, and then you’ll be able to use its address to connect to it.
Manually connecting to it will depend on your file manager, but it’s a quick google away once you find the NAS address.