smbnetfs

Smbnetfs is a command-line tool used to mount Windows network shares as a file system in a Unix-like environment. It enables accessing and interacting with remote Windows shares as easily as if they were local directories. This tool combines the Samba suite and FUSE (Filesystem in Userspace) to provide seamless integration between Windows and Unix-like systems.

Using smbnetfs, users can mount and browse remote Windows shares just like any other local directory, allowing them to read, write, and manipulate files and directories across the network. It supports various authentication methods, including username/password, domain authentication, and anonymous access.

Smbnetfs also provides caching mechanisms to improve performance when accessing frequently accessed files, reducing network overhead. It supports multiple protocols like SMB/CIFS, allowing seamless integration with both older and newer Windows systems. The tool is extensible and can be customized through configuration files to define specific options for each mounted share, enhancing its flexibility. Additionally, smbnetfs supports multi-threaded operations, enabling concurrent access to multiple remote shares. Overall, smbnetfs facilitates transparent access and interaction with remote Windows shares in a Unix-like environment.