Windows Server 2008 Print Services

Task 1: Determine Print Server Placement

Print servers may be deployed for each location, for separate business groups, or by department. Each client could have access to one or more print servers, over high-speed links if possible, to provide the best experience. The best printing performance will be experienced when the client, print server, and print devices are on the same local area network (LAN).

Locations that are separated from the main Print Services infrastructure by slow network links may benefit from the addition of a local print server. This is frequently seen in a branch office scenario. Determine whether to plan for additional servers in the remote locations, or whether it may be more effective and economical to upgrade the existing ...