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How Computer resolves hostname

Basically there are 2 ways in resolving hostname to IP address: 1. DNS 2. Host file The easiest way is to register a hostname in a DNS server. All computers in the network point the DNS server setting to this … Continue reading

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Workgroup vs. Domain in Windows 2003 environment

There are two modes of operation in Windows 2003 environment. Basically a computer can work as workgroup computer or domain computer. Most home and small business environments will be Workgroup, and most enterprise businesses will run in domain mode. Basically … Continue reading

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