client/server model

[adrian8311]

Hi,
I've installed the win2000 advanced server, can I ask how can I set up a client/server connection for internet access as well as file sharing? Is that similar to peer-to-peer network? do I just join the same workgroup for both computers? Thx.

Adrian

[qball15j]

Put two nics in the box setup NAT under Routing and Remote Access. It's wizard based, you'll also need DHCP and DNS installed I believe. It's been a while since I setup Win2k adv server like that.

For file sharing if your not using active directory just set it up like a peer to peer network, same workgroups. It's how I have my home network setup with adv server.. Been running for 4 years.

[adrian8311]

Hi,
Thx for the reply.
Isn't it we have to join the domain instead of join the workgroup? Although my network is quite small, I still want to try the client/server connection, since I like to try the new stuff
Can I ask how to join the domain, do I have to create a new domain in the server computer, then the rest just join that domain? Do I create a domain by using DNS? Thx.

Adrian

[qball15j]

Yes, you will have to setup a domain for your network using Active Directory. I would highly recommend you do some reading before doing this or follow some tutorials while your setting it up. If you already installed Win2k Adv Server you can setup Active Directory by going to your Administrative Tools and clicking configure your server. I took a screenshot for you below.

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http://2700.us/images/adsetup.jpg

[adrian8311]

I wanna open an internet cafe, since the licence for win2000 adv server is so expensive, I was thinking to use workgroup, but what's the maximum number of computers inside a workgroup? How will it slow down my network? Thx.

adrian

[qball15j]

That should be no problem. Think of it like one big LAN Party. hehe Though, they in MCSA terns the say 10 or less but that's BS. I've seen it done before in a switched enviroment with no problem what so ever. Just lock down the workstations by using the policy manager and you should be good to go.

Make sure you do some testing on Internet Cafe manager software. There are tons of software products out there and most offer 30 trials for a testing configuration.

[cyberskye]

Set up a *nix box with 2 nics as your gateway. No $$$ except for a book or two

[qball15j]

Originally posted by cyberskye
Set up a *nix box with 2 nics as your gateway. No $$$ except for a book or two

Looking at my sig, you can see I perfer SmoothWall. It's easy to setup but stable and fully custimiziable through SSH. If your new to linux or haven't touched it, it's the way to go.