Tag: local_network

Checking for TCP/IP Connection Problems in Windows Vista

When a Windows Vista desktop is shifted from one network to other, one of the most common sources of problems is the physical connection between the computer and the network. As Windows Vista’s default communication protocol for the Internet is TCP/IP, users will be able to ping their way into a connection diagnostic. The ping utility will immediately and effortlessly identify and display connection problems in TCP/IP-based networks.

Connection problems can be: Read More»

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Vista: Connect to a Network Projector

Your organization may utilize network projectors for meetings and conferences. To use these projectors, your computer must be connected to the local network and you will need to allow communication to pass through the Windows Firewall.

1. Click the Start button.

2. Select All Programs.

3. Click Accessories and select Connect to a Network Projector.

4. When prompted by the Windows Firewall, allow permission to connect to a Network Projector by clicking Yes.

5. Next, specify how you will connect to the projector. The choices are Search for a projector and Enter the projector address. Read More»

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