Windows Server® 2012 Unleashed

Creating Groups

When it comes to creating groups, understanding the characteristics and limitations of each different type and scope is only half the battle. Other points to consider for group creation are how the group will be used and who will need to be a member of the group. Groups are commonly used for one or more of the following: delegating administrative rights, distributing email, and securing network resources such as file shares and printer devices. To help clarify group usage, the following examples show how groups can be used in a variety of administrative scenarios.