Title: Module 11 Introduction
Course: CGS 1560 Microcomputer Operating Systems > Section: Module 11 - Workgroups and Workflow

Networking computers allows users to interact with each other and share resources. There are many problems that arise from resource sharing. The first of these problems is that individuals are often working independently and end up saving lots of duplicate files. Another problem is in restricting certain resources to be used only by authorized individuals. A networking environment requires some type of resource management system as well as a security system.

This system must support the workgroups and workflow processes in order to effectively perform the needed tasks. It must also prevent unauthorized access to network resources by unauthorized personnel. This is accomplished by properly configuring user accounts and access privileges which varies slightly among the different operating systems. It is important that you understand how to set up a workgroup to share authorized resources and prohibit their unauthorized use.

Instructional Goal

The purpose of this module is to introduce the concepts of workgroups and workflows.

Module Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

- Describe the different network topologies and protocols
- Discuss the use of OS security as it relates to client resources
- Explain the benefits of sharing resources

Readings and Resources

- Textbook, Chapter 10

- Windows 8 Security Garners Praise at Black Hat
http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Security/Windows-8-Security-Garners-Praise-at-Black-Hat-162001/

- Windows Server 2012: What's New in Security (Part 1) - DirectAccess Improvements
http://www.windowsecurity.com/articles/Windows-Server-2012-Whats-New-Security-Part1.html

- Windows 8: Redmond’s Safest Operating System Ever?
http://www.sophos.com/en-us/medialibrary/PDFs/technical papers/Sophos Windows 8.pdf