Network Connections
Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2
Network Connections
Network Connections provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, a network, or another computer. With Network Connections, you can configure settings to reach local or remote network resources or functions.
Network Connections combines Microsoft® Windows® NT 4.0 Dial-Up Networking with features that were formerly located in the Network Control Panel, such as network protocol and service configuration. Each connection in the Network Connections folder contains a set of features that creates a link between your computer and another computer or network. By using Network Connections, performing a task, such as modifying a network protocol, is as easy as right-clicking a connection and then clicking Properties.
Before using Network Connections, see Checklist: Configuring network connections.
Before setting up a home or small office network, see Checklist: Setting up a home or small office network.
To find features that have been moved, see New ways to do Network Connections tasks.
For tips about using Network Connections, see Network Connections Best Practices.
For help with specific tasks, see Network Connections How To....
For general background information, see Network Connections Concepts.
For problem-solving instructions, see Network Connections Troubleshooting.