How do I add a server to my Macbook Air?

I used to have a laptop with a server i used for work. Now that i have my new macbook air i want to add the server to this laptop and use it for work as well.

MacBook Air, macOS Mojave (10.14.1)

Posted on Nov 29, 2018 7:19 AM

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Nov 29, 2018 7:23 AM in response to Clarissa32

Where did you have this server exactly on your laptop? How did you access it then?

If in Finder, open the Go Menu, and try to use the Connect to Server option there.

Otherwise, you'll need to explain exactly how you were using this server on the laptop.

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