Choosing Naming Conventions

Creating naming conventions makes choosing names for computers, shared folders, and users easier and lends consistency to the network. This consistency results in a more user-friendly network. For help with naming users, see Chapter 9. For help with naming shared folders, see Chapter 10.

Choosing a Domain Name for the Network

The domain name is the most important and politically sensitive name on the network. Do not make this decision without consulting everyone who has a stake in the result. By getting others involved in the process, you’ll have a much greater chance of acceptance. Some questions to ask when choosing a domain name include:

  • Is the name easy to remember and does it make sense for the company? This could ...

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