This chapter delves into advanced networking features of Windows 8, showing advanced users how to get the most out of them.

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Domain Networking

In this chapter, we discuss the more advanced networking features of Windows 8 and review modern network topology. This is content that you won’t find applicable working on your typical small office or home network, but connecting computers together in a domain structure is standard in most mid- to large-sized organizations. This type of network is briefly examined, and you also learn how to connect to one.

Other aspects of Windows 8 networking explored in this chapter are HomeGroups, DirectAccess, BranchCache, AppLocker, Local Group Policy Settings, and remote connection applications already integrated ...

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