internet connection beteen two computers

[rece]

my question is if I connect two computers together to to use internet connection (shared) does the other computer have access to my files and programs?  and if so how do I keep the other computer from using or seeing my files I don't want him to see?  in other words if I connect two computers together to use same internet connection can the other computer see my files on my computer and can he change my settings, I don't what the other computer to use or see my files but want them to share the same internet conection.

[drivenbywhat]

The other computer will have access to files that you are sharing.

[rece]

ok is there a way to keep the other person that is sharing the internet from seeing/ using my files?

[drivenbywhat]

Yes, don't share any files. I don't have windows 7 but it hasn't changed much from vista. If you go to "network & sharing" in the control panel you should see options in the bottom for "file sharing" & "network discovery". They each have a quick description of what they are. Read them & after you understand them turn them off.

[rece]

thanks I think that is what I need to do appreciate the help!