Special Edition Using MS-DOS® 6.22, Third Edition

Chapter 20. Networking DOS

In this chapter

• Common Networks for DOS-Based Computers

• Learning Preinstallation Items

• Installing the Novell NetWare Client Software

• Installing the Microsoft Network Client

• Using the Network

• Project: Network Client Setup Tips

Common Networks for DOS-Based Computers

You might commonly connect a DOS-based computer to two different networks: Novell NetWare and Microsoft Windows NT Server. Both network operating systems (NOSs) provide client software for DOS that enables you to participate in many of the services offered by both networks, such as file sharing, printer sharing, network security for stored files, and so forth. Installing the client software for each network operating system is relatively straightforward. In this ...