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Thursday, September 17, 2009

Microsoft Windows 2000 TCP/IP Implementation Details

Automatic Client Configuration and Media Sense

One of the most important client services is the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) client. The DHCP client has an expanded role in Windows 2000. Its primary new feature is the ability to automatically configure an IP address and subnet mask when the client is started on a small private network without a DHCP server available to assign addresses (such as a home network). Another new feature is support for Media Sense, which can improve the roaming experience for portable device users.

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http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb726981.aspx#EGAA

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