Networking

DNS

To clear the DNS cache on a workstation:

ipconfig /flushdns

Home Networking

Network Setup Wizard

To set-up the other computers on your network:

  • Insert the Windows XP CD into the computer you want to network.

  • On the CD menu that appears, click Perform additional tasks.

  • On the next menu that appears, click Set up home or small office networking.

Port

Port Reporter (PortRptr.exe) logs TCP and UDP port activity on a local Windows system.

Availability and description of the Port Reporter tool

TCP

Hosts File

Windows 2000

C:\WINNT\system32\drivers\etc\hosts

Windows XP

C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc\hosts