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This tag covers discussions about setting up a reception office network using Windows 7 without a dedicated server. Topics include configuring peer-to-peer networks, sharing databases across multiple PCs, and connecting reception and back-office workstations. Users share advice on using a main PC as a server alternative, managing client software access, and selecting network hardware like switches. The content focuses on small office IT setups where cost constraints prevent server software, emphasizing practical troubleshooting for shared resources and network reliability.
  1. silkmaze

    Windows 7 Help - Building a Windows 7 network without a server

    Hi, I'm hoping someone here can help me before I get too lost. I have been asked to to put a network into a office over the holidays. The layout is going to be the following: Reception X 2 PC'S Front Office X 2 Printers Back offices X 4 PC's Main PC/Server X 1 Switch - 16 port Netgear switch...
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    • Thread
    • back office cat 5 cable client access client software database setup firewall hdd installation internet access local network netgear switch network network security office setup pc configuration printer setup reception office software installation troubleshooting windows 7 wired connection
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    • Forum: Windows Networking