Windows Network Troubleshooting: Tips and Techniques
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Windows networking problems are very common in both LAN (local area network) and WAN (Internet) types of connections. Most of these problems are technical in nature and require in-depth troubleshooting, which could well be beyond the abilities of the normal or average Windows user. Keep reading; we're going to fix that.
This article provides ways to analyze and troubleshoot network problems in Windows using the built-in tools. The troubleshooting steps mentioned in this article could still be used in different versions of the Windows operating system, such as Windows 2000, Windows XP and the coming stable version of Windows 7. Windows 7 could offer a lot of built-in network diagnostics tools as expected, but since it is still in beta as of September 2009, lot of things can change.
However, to maximize the learning process, it is necessary to employ general or universal techniques for network troubleshooting, so that what you learn here will be applicable to any Windows operating system version. The following are common Windows network problems and the recommended troubleshooting tips.
Local Area and Wide Area Network Problems
In any type of Windows-based network, the simplest is a local area network. This is a network of computers in close proximity under the same routers. For example, a home or small office network is a local area network interconnected via a router. There are often a lot of problems in dealing with a LAN. Some of the most common will be discussed on the following pages.
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