Workgroup (computer networking)
In computer networking a work group is collection of computers connected on a LAN that share the common resources and responsibilities. Workgroup is Microsoft's term for a peer-to-peer local area network. Previously, only computers running Microsoft operating systems in the same work group may share files, printers, or Internet connection, but now most operating systems support work groups, or have external software capable of implementing work groups. Work group contrasts with a domain, in which computers rely on centralized authentication.
See also
- Windows for Workgroups – the earliest version of Windows to allow a work group
- Windows HomeGroup – a feature introduced in Windows 7 and later removed in Windows 10 (Version 1803) that allows work groups to share contents more easily
- Browser service – the service enabled 'browsing' all the resources in work groups
- Peer Name Resolution Protocol (PNRP) - IPv6-based dynamic name publication and resolution
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