The file manager has certain special URI locations that enable you to access particular functions from the file manager. These locations are intended for advanced users. In most cases, an easier method of accessing the function or location exists.
You can use the special URI location, network:///, with the file manager to display network locations to which you can connect if your system is configured to access locations on a network. To access a network location, double-click the network location. You can also use this URI to add network locations to your system. See also Accessing Network Places.