How easy is it to access a network drive when not directly on the network?

[haaammit]

Very much new to this, so sorry if I'm asking the wrong questions or have posted in the wrong sub-forum, but bear with me!

I've recently bought a Synology DS218J to try and keep all my files in one place. I've got the drive showing up under My Computer under Network Location, mapped as a drive. This is fine for my laptop when it's connected to the network, but what I would like is to be able to access the NAS when not connected to my network. I know I can use the quick connect and get into my stored files via a browser, but I'd really much prefer if I can simply double click the drive in My Computer and get it to, idk, sign in or connect somehow via that.

Is this easily and simply possible, or should I just resign myself to having to use the quick connect thing via a browser? Thanks in advance for any tips

 

[haaammit]

When you say not connected to your network, do you mean when you're not at home and want to access the nas? If not, in what situation wont you be connected to the same network whilst at home?

Yes, I meant when I'm away from home

Install the Synology Drive app on your NAS and download the client onto your PC.

OK, I'll have a look at that tomorrow, ty. The plan is to have the kids have a folder each on the NAS for homework etc as well, so I presume their devices will need that too?