A Guide To P2P by Jennifer Bailey
‘Peer to peer’ (P2P) networks or software systems allow users to transfer audio/video files directly from the user’s computer, rather than through the use of a website or directory. It allows the integration of different configurations of computers with software systems without the need for... Other P2P are also available on the Internet but are not as reliable and may contain ‘spyware’ or computer viruses that can damage the data stored inside the user’s computer. ... The present system of P2P needs to be improved and effective laws need to be put in place that will check illegal...

Why Network Documentation Is So Important by Darren Miller
Undocumented Networks ------------ I can't tell you how many projects I've worked on in which the customer has little to no network documentation. The reason for the lack of network documentation is varied. In many cases this is both the fault of the customer and the vendor / consultant who... Who Needs To Document Their Network ------------ In a nutshell, anyone who has a computer network, home office, small office, or large office, should have an adequate level of network documentation and procedures to follow in order to maintain the network.

Wireless Networking, Part 1: Capabilities and Hardware by Jason Kohrs
Wireless Networking, Part 1: Capabilities and Hardware These days it isn’t uncommon for a home to have multiple personal computers, and as such, it just makes sense for them to be able to share files, as well as to share one Internet connection. Wired networking is an option, but it is one that... Network Adaptor – A network adaptor is required for every computer that you would like to be connected to the wireless network. ... With wireless networking equipment becoming extremely affordable and easy to install, it may be worth considering by those looking to build a home network, as well...

Introduction Of Computer by Lalit Bansal
Internet and Networks Computer network is a group of computers linked together, so that they can share information and resources. Internet is “network of networks”. It can also be described as information highway. It is the world’s largest network of computers. ... The TCP/IP model has five layers: Application Transport Network Data link Physical Some Protocols and Networks in TCP/IP model WWW: World Wide Web WWW is a worldwide hypermedia system. ... URL (Uniform Resource Locator): URL is an addressing system that is used by WWW as a standard system for...

History of the Computer - Data Handling Peripherals; Part 3 of 3 by Tony Stockill
TELETYPE MACHINES Developed for telegraph 'hard copy' communication over the telephone network, a teletype machine was suited to adoption by the rapidly expanding computer market, with its demand for hardware and technology to run it. A ready-made printer and keyboard communication device, it... For this reason teletypes were used both in the computer room to operate the system, and by remote users to communicate with the system, to submit and retrieve information. ... (you still can't get away with anything!) Some systems use a control console for each operation, system, network,...

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. ... Make sure you have a firewall, an anti-virus program and update your windows operating system regularly in order to prevent any nasty...

Make a Linux Home Data Server of an Old PC by Adam Knife
So, you've got an old computer, and you don't know what to do with it. Sure, it can't play new video games, maybe can't run the latest and greatest software, don't fret, it's not totally worthless. Converting your old computer in to a home data server opens a range of possibilities, and a range... For those who want to go further, Pure-FTPd will allow you to set up a fully featured FTP (file transfer protocol) server on this box, which you could use to access your files remotely from any computer set up with an FTP client (Windows Explorer has one built in!), setting up an Apache based...

Why I Hacked My WEP Wireless Router by Paul McGillivary
Part of securing your network must include looking at your wireless access points. Wireless access can be dangerous to your network. Most people don't even know how easy it is to exploit wireless access points. Let me illustrate my point. I went out one afternoon and took my trusty laptop with me. ... Hackers need to grab what's called a "packet" from a computer that already has the key for the secured wireless network. ... Linux is just an alternative operating system to Windows. ... I set up a wireless network in my home.

The Value of IT Certifications in Career Development by Natalie Aranda
Information technology (IT) is the branch of engineering dealing with the use of computers and telecommunications, developing and maintaining systems as well as retrieving, storing and transmitting information. Therefore, any person wanting to develop a career in IT should be aware of the value... Demand for the network administration job function is another branch of IT, which has grown significantly, the same as candidates applying for this certification, particularly CCNA Certification. ... The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) indicates a foundation in apprentice...

Home Wireless Network Security Issues by Greg Lietz
Running a business from home has its advantages, including no commute, a more accommodating work schedule, fresh coffee and home-cooked meals at any time you want. But running a business from home using a home wireless local area network (WLAN) with your computer may lead to thievery of... On each computer having a wireless network card, network connection properties should be configured to allow connection to Access Point Networks Only. ... MAC or physical addresses are accessible through your computer device wireless network connection setup and they are physically written on network cards.