Workgroup vs domain

1. 1
Networking Models
•Two networking models:
•Workgroup
•Domain

2. 2
Workgroup Model
•All computers are equal
•Also known as peer-to-peer
•Each computer maintains own set of
•Resources
•Accounts
•Security information

3. 3
Workgroup Model (continued)

4. 4
Domain Model
•Centralizes all shared resources
•Single point of administrative and security control
•Simpler to manage from administrative and
security standpoint
•Requires at least one domain controller (DC)

5. 5
Domain Model (continued)