Basics Of A Router by Robert Thatcher
A router is a computer device that receives or forwards data packets to and from the Internet towards a destination in the process called routing. A router is the essential component of the computer networking that enables any sent data to arrive at the right destination. ... Other computers are then connected to the computer with Internet connection that would give it with the Internet connection. ... Remember that to be able to connect to the Internet, a computer must have an IP address unique from the rest of the computers.

My Love of Lap Top Computers by Morgan Hamilton
I consider lap top computers as one of the best technological conveniences in our modern world. Cell phones, microwaves and all the other gadgets that make my life easier cannot match the usefulness of lap top computers. I have owned several of them through the years and enjoyed watching them... If I want to send information over the Internet I would usually transfer information from my lap top to my PC. ... This technology is useful and convenient for those who need to use a computer regularly.

How A Router Works by Steve Lee
In the past when you referred to a router you were talking about a tool that was used to design and shape wood. The internet has changed that. In its simplest form a router is defined as a device or setup that finds the best route between any two networks. ... An IP address is what allows your computer to connect to the internet. ... The internet is accessed through the modem directly into a computer. ... If you have a network of computers a router will allow them to use the Internet with the same access.

Anti-Virus - Stop The Bugs Before They Stop You by Michael Russell
The computer, how did we ever get along without it? It's an amazing piece of equipment. Our lives are supposedly so much better because we have a computer in it. The computer is great, but the computer has been around for awhile. In the beginning very few people had home computers; probably... One of the harder lessons most people have learned, is that just as the internet allows you access to the world, it can also allow the world access to your computer. ... What really turned up the average person's desire for a computer, was the internet.

Easy Guide on Networking Your Home Computers by Pinky Mcbanon
Easy Guide on Networking your Home Computers Let's say you have 3 desktop computers at your home. One in your kid's room, in your home-office and one in your family room. Your idea is to have all these 3 computers connect to the internet. One computer has an internet connection on a DSL or... (6) Connect a network cable on each computer that you want to get connected to the internet-- (connect this cable at the back of the computer (port name: ethernet). ... (9) Then turn on your computer(s) -- make sure the light at the back of the computer is blinking!

Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid Of Wireless Routers And Networks by Gregg Hall
Many people are afraid to consider a wireless router because wireless routers are relatively new technology. But wireless routers can really simplify Internet access in your home, small business, or large company. With a regular Windows Internet network you are easily able to access the Internet... With a wireless Internet router all your computers can have Internet accesses easily without worrying about the modem computer being turned on first. ... Most wireless routers simply get plugged into a hi-speed Internet line and you go through a basic step by step computer set up.

Sharing an Internet Connection over a Wi-Fi Network by Lee Asher
Once you've got your wireless network set up, I've no doubt that one of the first things you'll want to do with it is share an Internet connection -- after all, that's why most home users put in a wireless network to begin with. Well, the good news is that Windows has Internet Connection Sharing... How Internet Connection Sharing Works When you set up Internet Connection Sharing, you set up one of your computers as a 'gateway' to the Internet, and then use this gateway to access the Internet with your other computers.

Is Your Computer Strong Enough For An Internet Work From Home Business by Tom Worsley
If you are planning on doing business online with one of the many work from home based businesses available on the internet, then you are going to want to make sure your computer is up to the task. Although it is possible to get by with a Pentium 1, at today’s prices there is no reason to do... These are my recommendations for your work from home internet business computer based on my past experiences with my own work from home internet business. ... Why do you need a powerful computer for your work from home internet business?

Top 5 Reasons To Go Wireless by Ron King
Wireless networking is 1 of the greatest new computer technologies in terms of convenience. If you're weighing the pros and cons of wireless before taking the leap, here are 5 to put in the "pro" column. #1: No More Wires Of all the reasons to switch your network to wireless, this is perhaps... #2: Internet Access For All Wireless networking gives you a cheap, easy way to share 1 internet connection among multiple computers. ... You can add new computers to your network simply by plugging in a wireless card and switching them on -- they get an internet connection immediately!

Laptop Computers-Find The Perfect Fit! by Margarette Tustle
Features And Functions Of Laptop Computers Take a look at several laptop computers to see if their features and functions match your lifestyle and your needs. There are a plethora of laptop computers on the market today, so if you are in the market for one, you should take the time to do some... A laptop (or notebook) computer may cost about twice as much as a desktop computer of the same capabilities and features. ... You will find a wide range of prices for laptops, so go online or to different computer stores to cost compare.