Pathworks for DOS

This document is a user's guide for Microsoft LAN Manager for MS-DOS, version 2.0, also branded as PATHWORKS for DOS by Digital. It is intended for both new and experienced users of the software and assumes familiarity with MS-DOS.

The guide is divided into three main parts:

1. Overview: Introduces LAN Manager for MS-DOS, explains how a local-area network functions, and details the differences between the two versions: LAN Manager Enhanced and LAN Manager Basic. It also covers working with other network products.
2. LAN Manager Enhanced: Describes how to use the enhanced version through its full-screen, menu-driven interface (the LAN Manager Screen) and command-line commands. Topics include starting and stopping the workstation, logging on/off, accessing online help, managing shared directories and printers, sending and receiving messages, and customizing workstation settings using profiles. This part also includes a detailed command reference for enhanced commands.
3. LAN Manager Basic: Explains how to perform network tasks using command-line commands for the basic version. It covers starting the workstation, getting help, using shared directories and printers, and provides a command reference for basic commands.

The guide emphasizes managing shared resources (directories and printers), user accounts, network communication, and workstation configuration within a LAN Manager network environment. It also provides information on system administration, such as defining user accounts and setting permissions, though it refers to a separate Administrator's Guide for detailed administrative tasks.