| The Windows versions covered on the A+ Certification Exams include the following NOS features, enabling these operating systems to be used either as network clients or as peer network servers: -
Client software ” Enables systems to connect with Windows and Novell NetWare networks, among others. -
Network protocols ” IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, and TCP/IP are all included. -
File and print sharing ” Enables Windows systems to act as peer servers for Windows and Novell NetWare networks. -
Services ” Enables specialized network services, such as shared printers, network backup, and more. | | If you want to create a network with user -based or group -based security, you must set up one or more dedicated servers (computers used only to share resources with other computers) that run full-featured NOSs. | |