Creating a Wireless Desktop by Stephen Orgill
We live in an age of technology and as such we are always looking for ways to make life easier or ways to make things look better. In the home or office (or even the home office) making things look better involves getting rid of clutter. This is where the wireless desktop comes into play. ... Plus should you wish to move your computer at anytime, you don't have to re-route the wires connecting your network together. ... Security on Wireless networks is set by adding a name for your network which all computers on that network must be assigned to connect to, plus then you can add a password...

Cisco CCNA Certification: An Illustrated Guide To Ethernet CSMA/CD by Chris Bryant
When you're studying for your CCNA exams, you're going to study the theory of technologies we basically take for granted in networking. CSMA/CD is one of those technologies. It works beautifully and you don't even have to configure it. But to be an effective network troubleshooter (and to pass... (This type of bus is referred to as a shared bus.) If only one of the hosts on this network wanted to send data, there would be no problem. ... Network devices such as hubs, repeaters, and switches weren't in the picture yet.

Why Do So Many People Use Linksys Routers by Steve Lee
Linksys is a division of Cisco Systems, Inc., and are the recognized global leader in VoIP, Wireless and Ethernet networking for home, and small business users. They are based in Irvine, California. A Linksys router is the most popular model available today. ... This is a perfect example of the flexibility Linksys gives everyone in your network. ... Linksys offers a very user friendly way to network all of your computers together. ... A common complaint when using a Linksys router is interference between a 2.4 GHz phone system and the wireless network.

LAN Server Racks by Josh Riverside
Networks form a very essential part of the computer world. LAN is a technology used to connect a computer to a network. To make networking life easier and more effective, LAN racks are used. They are very efficient and flexible. LAN server racks are suitable for keyboard trays, drawers, power... These racks are able to hold a wide range of accessories like caster assemblies, back panels, phone trays, book dividers, storage pedestals, etc. ... To view from seated position, a low-profile 42” unit is suitable.

How To Configure ZoneAlarm Free Edition For Use With A Network by Arshad Y. Khan
ZoneAlarm Free Edition works well on a stand-alone PC and is an excellent personal firewall. However, if you connect that same PC to a network (with another PC or laptop) you'll soon realise that ZoneAlarm will not let you see or access your network. ... To get ZoneAlarm to recognise your network and allow access between PCs, you will have to give ZoneAlarm information about your network so it will then become "authorized". ... On our Gateway PC, we were able to find this out by right-clicking on our network connection (Control Panel > Network Connections) and selecting "Properties".

Wireless Internet by Dennis Oley
We have all come a long way from connecting to the internet via the old 2400 baud telephone line modem to a slow AOL connection. Now, there are many ways to connect to high-speed internet at various costs and service levels. Today, the Cable TV provided high-speed internet access usually costs... Now to set-up a simple wireless network you need two more things; a Wireless Router (to connect to your high-speed modem), and a way to receive the wireless signal at your computer, a wireless network card.

Some Notes About Notebook Computers by Martin Coleman
Are you interested in laptops? Perhaps you are interested in buying one, or you already have one and just like to read more about them. Either way, I have some good information for you regarding laptops and their use. I really like laptops. I think besides executives, gamers, multimedia guys and... What this means is, all the components and peripherals you might buy for a standard PC such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers, microphone, camera, network card, modem, wireless adapter, etc are all built into the laptop case.

The Difference Between a Hub and a Switch by Nathaniel Fisher
December, 2002 You wouldn't believe how many times I have been asked the question "So what exactly is the difference between a switch and a hub anyway?" Or how many times I have heard it answered "Well, switches switch and… err… a hub doesn't." This would leave one to believe that maybe there... This drastically reduces network traffic. ... Bottom line: If you're small office / home network has 2-4 computers then you really have no need to upgrade. ... But if your network has 5+ workstations then it may be worth your investment to purchase a switch.

Wireless Network Setup by Walter Heron
The best thing about a wireless network is exactly that, its wireless! If you have a laptop or even a second desktop pc in the home, installing a wireless network is a great idea. How about checking your emails, chatting with online friends, doing some shopping or just surfing the net all from a... The router that you get with a wireless network kit is the backbone of the system and is basicly where all signals on the network are sent to and from. ... Once the wireless network is up and running you can share files between the lounge and the garden, you can play games between the bedroom...

OSI Layers Model by Kashif Raza
Introduction During the early years of our modern computer era, very few standards and protocols existed between various manufacturers. However, as time went on and computer technology continued to improve and become more widespread, it became apparent that standards would be necessary to... By providing guidelines regarding the way network equipment should be manufactured and how network operating systems communicate on a network, the OSI model became the common link that allows data to be transmitted and exchanged reliably.