The first section gives new AppleShare users an overview of the AppleShare services and features. If you've used previous versions of AppleShare, you can skip directly to the section "What's New in AppleShare 3. 0?" Also included in this chapter is a list of additional books for further information on AppleShare and networking. If you are using system software version 7. 0 or later, the procedures for using shared files are slightly different. Refer to the manuals that came with your computer or your System 7 documentation. What is AppleShare? AppleShare is software that allows you to share information or network resources with other users. AppleShare includes server and workstation software. This manual describes how to set up and use the workstation software. AppleShare provides two key services to you and your network. These are: - file service, which lets you store and share files on the network - print service, which lets you quickly regain the use of your computer when you print documents AppleShare services can be used on any AppleTalk network -- Apple Computer's network system that allows Macintosh and other computers (such as Apple II, MS-DOS, and even large mainframe computers) to communicate with each other. An AppleTalk network also allows computer users to share printers, file servers, and other network-based services. AppleTalk can operate over several different network types. One type, LocalTalk, is built into every Macintosh and Apple IIgs computer. Apple IIe users can connect to a LocalTalk network by installing an Apple II Workstation Card. AppleTalk can also operate over Ethernet networks, to which you can connect using EtherTalk software. TokenTalk software allows you to use AppleTalk over Token Ring networks...