CIS 170F: Windows 7 Administration

Week 1

Connectivity Applications

Remote Desktop

  • Included with Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate Editions
  • Allows a user to remotely connect to their computer using the remote desktop client over TCP/IP
Remote Assistance
  • Stand-alone application included with all versions of Windows 7
  • User can ask for help from a trusted professional over the network
  • Easy Connect
    • Allows a computer to be discovered over the Internet using a generated password and the IPv6 network protocol
Network Projection
  • Included with Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise Editions
  • Allows user to connect to network-attached projectors over wired and wireless networks
HomeGroups
  • Provide a mechanism to easily share printers, pictures, music, videos, and documents
    • With other Windows 7 computers using a shared wired or wireless network at home
  • Each computer that joins the HomeGroup system must present a valid HomeGroup password