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Title: What is the difference between shared network database and local networking?
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Source path: _faq/what-is-the-difference-between-shared-network-database-and-local-networking.md
Date: 2020-03-22T18:52:58+01:00
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When using a shared network database the folder your sound effects are stored in contains a database file. This file makes sure all the content is indexed in Soundly so that when others connect, the library is pre-indexed, and if other users have permission, they can edit the content.