DirectAccess Connection Process
The DirectAccess client is very robust and will try a variety of methods to connect to the corporate network. The connection process is started when the DirectAccess client detects that it is connected to a network—that is, a network transition such as the connection to a LAN, wireless access point, or other connection becomes active.
The DirectAccess client goes through the following connection process when it detects that it is connected to a network:
1. The DirectAccess client attempts to connect to the NLS website. If it can reach the site, it determines that it is connected to the intranet and stops the DirectAccess process. If it cannot reach the NLS website, it determines that it is connected to the Internet ...
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