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Ubuntu 25.04 » Help Ubuntu Desktop Guide » Settings »

Sharing Settings

The Sharing Settings help you control what is shared over the local network, or through other technologies such as Bluetooth.

Control sharing over Bluetooth — Allow files to be uploaded to your computer over Bluetooth.
Enable remote access over Secure Shell (SSH) — Allow remote login to your computer over the network using Secure Shell (SSH).
Share your desktop — Let other people view and interact with your desktop using RDP.
Share your music, photos and videos — Share media on your local network using UPnP.
Share your personal files — Let other people access files in your Public folder.

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  • User & system settings — From hardware control to privacy settings, make GNOME work for you.

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