Configuring Network Adapter Settings

When there are multiple network adapters defined on a computer, the configuration scenario becomes a bit more complicated. You must ensure you are configuring the correct network adapter, and also ensure that the one you disable is not the network adapter you are connected to. This section examines the issues involved in working with multiple network adapters.

Detecting Multiple Network Adapters

One problem with Windows Vista is that it seems to give priority to the wireless network adapter. While this may be great for consumers who have one of those fancy cable modem/wireless hub devices handed out by the local television cable service provider, this feature can cause myriad problems for network administrators. ...

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