Chapter 6. Step 1. Determine Client Connectivity

Client devices connect to a corporate network in either of two ways: locally, through a wired or wireless interface; or using a remote connection such as a VPN. The type of network connectivity dictates which enforcement methods are appropriate for consideration.

Task 1: Select the Scope of NAP Clients

If the NAP clients in scope for this project will be local to the network, proceed to Step 3. If the NAP clients will be remote to the network, proceed to Step 2. This option could serve as an intermediate NAP deployment. An organization could initially deploy NAP to enforce compliance requirements for managed VPN clients. IT may need to grant exemptions if staff members are allowed to connect to the ...

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