Windows XP Professional operates and looks different depending on whether you're a member of a domain or a workgroup. This table provides an overview of the main differences.
| Windows XP functions | On a domain | In a workgroup |
| NETWORKING | | |
| Part of a local area network (LAN) | YES | |
| Part of a peer–to–peer network (for small businesses) | | YES |
| Part of a home network | | YES |
| Computer account required | YES | |
| GENERAL OPTIONS | | |
| “Welcome” screen available | | YES |
| Fast User Switching available | | YES |
| Password Backup and Restore Wizard available | | YES |
| New and classic Windows desktops available | YES | YES |
| Guest account automatically included | | YES |
| Internet and e–mail access | YES | YES |
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