How to stop .DS_Store files from being created?

i'm running lion on macbook, , use file-sharing function transfer files windows desktop upstairs. however, every time happens, pesky .ds_store files show on windows.

there surefire way can prevent happening? it's not life-threatening situation per se, more annoyance in advance!

 

open terminal , type this

code:

defaults write com.apple.desktopservices dsdontwritenetworkstores true

then reboot.

 

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