Chapter 6. Networking Made Easier

Networking might be considered many things, but rarely is it known as easy. Windows 7 helps to change that by providing simple methods for home users to connect to each other through HomeGroups. Media sharing is made simpler as well. This chapter explains both facets of Windows 7 networking, while also discussing the Network and Sharing Center console and Remote Desktop connections.

HomeGroups

Setting up a home network has never been astronomically difficult, but it’s frustrating enough to novice users that they often give up or pay someone to come in and fix their network. It’s not ...

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