Chapter 7. Configuring File and Print Services

Solutions in this chapter:

  • Configuring a File Server
  • Configuring Distributed File System (DFS)
  • Configuring Shadow Copy Services
  • Configuring Backup and Restore
  • Managing Disk Quotas
  • Configuring and Monitoring Print Services
  • Summary
  • Solutions Fast Track
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Introduction

The entire point of creating a computer network is to allow users to share the various resources that are located on the network. File shares allow users to collaborate on documents, and printer shares keep you from having to purchase every employee his or her own individual printer. As important as it is to be able to share files and printers, though, it is equally important to be able to put certain restrictions ...

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