Computer Networking - March 2007

Ok my office ordered a few new desktop to replace some really crappy computers. All the new computers have windows XP pro on them. My question is what is the best way to set up a network?

This is how it works here.. there is a server that holds all the offices data. All the computers have to be connected to that server but not necessarily to each other. Once logged in to any network computer the person should be able to access the server without typing in any username/password.

However, I need to set it up so that users can access the server from a remote address (home for example), yet if they do so it should require a username/password.

I'm not sure how the internet is currently set up, but would this require a static IP address? (I think we already have this).

Also, i've always wondered this.. what is the difference between "WORKGROUP" and "DOMAIN" .

Appreciate any advice.. thanks.

2007-03-06 06:24:48 · 3 answers · asked by odysseyxltd 1

2007-03-06 05:55:18 · 1 answers · asked by worldcomingtoanend 2

How would I be able to reboot my sever for my network, basically my outlook e-mail isn't working and when the server is rebooted it comes up again.

2007-03-06 05:46:45 · 2 answers · asked by mommamarisela 2

OK , I am not a complete idiot but i feel like it. My hubby knows how to but wont teach me. He is too busy. I have 2 laptops , both connect wirlessly to the internet , I want to connect the two so i can interchange files from one to th e other as needed (1 laptop does not have a cd drive) , how do i do this ?

I am running xp home

Thanks

2007-03-06 05:44:53 · 4 answers · asked by Dissonance 2

i have a wireless routor that i use for a laptop and i also have a regular computer in another room, what do i need to buy to get my regular computer to get wireless connection from the routor so i can get on the internet from that computer

2007-03-06 05:14:59 · 13 answers · asked by shagnasty_18 2

I currently have Comcast and it is too expensive, I like the high speed internet and being able to use my phone and computer at the same time.

2007-03-06 04:56:41 · 5 answers · asked by Cassandra 1

i have got windows xp on my pc,
which someone has put a password to start windows up
but they dont know what they have put in,
is there a way to help me find out what they put in,

there is no pasword hint
without going to the pc shops,

2007-03-06 04:29:02 · 6 answers · asked by lad 2000 1

We are currently having to manually add our new printers and servers into DNS, and would like to make this an automated process.
Is there a script that can be created to do this? We are using Windows 2003 Servers.

Thanks!

2007-03-06 04:07:38 · 2 answers · asked by Bryan B 2

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I just starte two Internet businesses requireing the sending of e mails to opted in leads I have to give them the option to opt out of future adds to comply with spamming regulations of these companies how do I do this?

2007-03-06 03:24:50 · 1 answers · asked by rob762mm 1

Connecting through remote desktop(mstsc -terminal services client) on WIndows XP.
When I play videos on the remote computer its glitchy..even on VLC player.
Is this because of codecs or its not possible to synch videos remotely?

2007-03-06 03:09:21 · 1 answers · asked by globe_trotter_84 1

2007-03-06 02:53:40 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

The two computers are in the same room using ethernet cable. I can't get my home page on the computer thats not working. Just gets the Page cannot be displayed page. The other computer works fine.

2007-03-06 02:22:28 · 6 answers · asked by bobo 1

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Does anyone know how to find out who is blocking you on MSN Messenger?

2007-03-06 01:25:03 · 4 answers · asked by shirah_life 2

Can someone advise whether there are any products I can download/buy that will increase the connection from my Laptop to my BT Homehub.

My Broadband connection is between 2-8Mb and my laptop is connecting at 54Mbps - any way to increase this?

Thanks

2007-03-06 00:49:49 · 5 answers · asked by lausie 2

I've just signed up for pacific internet singapore's vocal plan and they've send me a linksys spa 3102 voice gateway. However, i can't seem to configure it. I've tired all sorts of ways from calling their technical support helpdesk and they told me i can't use a normal phone for it. I've to use a software to talke...LOL. Than why did i sign up for it? I could have used skype.I went to the shop umpteen times and they just don't know how to solve it. They said the demo set hasn't come out. Demo set means a set that shows how the linksys spa3102 is connected..LOL. Why did they ask customers to buy in the first place then? I really need help...

2007-03-06 00:12:18 · 1 answers · asked by zen_boi_18 1

I've got a toshiba satellite 1715xcds and i need to configure its network card/adapter, but the problem is that i cant find the driver... surfing the net i found this:
D-Link - Network adapter - PCMCIA Type II 32-bit Cardbus - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet - 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, English (DFE-690TXD)

it said it was the network adapter of that laptop, but i dont know... plz, give me any reference or help...
Give me links so i can download it.. dont refer to toshiba's website because it is not there, i already looked and they only have the modem drivers.

2007-03-05 23:10:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is the meaning of request time out when i try to ping other computer?

2007-03-05 23:02:46 · 5 answers · asked by jj 2

Yesterday I upgraded from 1024 mbps to 2048 mbps. Even though I upgraded, when I move my mouse over the little computer on my start bar (by my clock) it says Speed 100.0 Mbps. Is this right? What should my speed be in mbps and kbps if I upgradedto 2048 mbps? Is there anywhere to go to get a speed test? If so, at what speed should my computer be running at? And finally, is 2048mbps fast? I mean, I don't know how much faster I can get.. my cable company stops at 2048mbps. Is this good? Thanks!

2007-03-05 22:50:59 · 5 answers · asked by La Flaca 4

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the monitoring must be in real time .. what is the best tool between active and passive approch?

2007-03-05 21:41:21 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just don't mention myspace lol. Like imeem or purevolume. I use radioblog at the moment but there're barely any people in the forums to conversate with.

2007-03-05 21:35:18 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-05 20:23:20 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

my pc is running slow can anyone tell me where to get no-adware free edition

2007-03-05 19:56:41 · 5 answers · asked by jimjo16 1

ethernet port at the back of the pc will i be able to put 2 xbox 360s on at the same time?? what are the best routers to use to get 2 online at the same time?

2007-03-05 19:17:12 · 4 answers · asked by rippanation 2

2007-03-05 18:27:15 · 1 answers · asked by Zaid W 1

2007-03-05 18:26:17 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous