Networking Tips Tricks

In Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network monitoring technologies help network administrators track and manage the functions of devices on the network. Network Monitoring Components There are two network monitoring technologies that help network administrators track and manage the functions of devices on the network: Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) SNMP is a network management protocol that can monitor and alert administrators regarding the condition of hardware components such as workstations and servers. Microsoft Computer Browser Service The Computer Browser Service in computers running Windows enables network administrators and users to browse and gain access to the resources of the network. The browser service provides a convenient listing of devices such as workstations and printers, and allows network users access to them with the proper authentication.