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The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 12

IT Toolbox

the network system calls then provided under interrupt 21H gave all suppliers of network software the capability to standardize at least some of the access to LAN hardware. Most manufacturers of LAN software had announced or implemented support of NETBIOS for IBM LANs. When DOS was extended in Version 3.1,

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The LAN: A History of Network Operating Systems Part 5

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In general, pipes are software developers' tools for easily creating communications routines in software without having to explicitly control and issue commands to the communications hardware.

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Fortinet adds wireless and IoT security features to SASE platform

Network World

Fortinet continues to enhance its Secure Access Service Edge ( SASE ) package by adding support for microbranches, extending wireless LAN protections, and improving data loss prevention (DLP) and end-user monitoring capabilities. To read this article in full, please click here

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Accessing Other Networks in the Early Years

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The network operating system or other networking software could make moving from one PC LAN to another either simple or complicated.

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If Apple follows its own rules, you’ll soon be able to stream your Xbox to your iPhone

The Verge

b) Any software or services appearing in the client are fully executed on the host device, rendered on the screen of the host device, and may not use APIs or platform features beyond what is required to stream the Remote Desktop. (d) They’re called “Remote Desktop Clients,” and here are the exact Apple guidelines that apply: 4.2.7

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What is Virtual Network Computing (VNC)?

Dataconomy

The VNC protocol is designed to be platform-independent, meaning that it can be used to access and control computers running on any operating system, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and others. The ability to access and control a computer using any operating system that supports VNC, such as Windows, Linux, macOS, and more.

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Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 review: powerful portable gaming

The Verge

Gen 2 Type-C port (which supports DisplayPort, but not PD charging), the charging port, one LAN RJ-45, and one HDMI 2.0. Only this model ships with that operating system. Its results are on par with those of the best 15-inch rigs on the market, and it offers useful customization software with a unique colorful design to boot.

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