How To Protect Your Home Network From Security Threats by Paul Wilcox
Technical computer jargon has become a part of our everyday lives and not only at work but at home as well. If you have setup your own computer network at home you probably know all about wireless cards, routers, and firewalls. Most computer components are easy to install and get set up, making... Wireless Networks If you have a wireless network, take security one step further and lock it down. ... Port 80 should be configured to accept all incoming traffic. ... You will also need to open port 25 for outgoing mail (SMTP) and 110 for incoming mail if you are using a desktop email program.

Always-On Networks Created with a Wireless Router by Troy Davies
If you're using a wireless network with Windows' built-in Internet Connection Sharing, you're probably quite happy with it -- but there's a problem. The problem is this: the computer the modem is connected to needs to be turned on before any of the other computers can get Internet access! ... Choosing a Wireless Router When you're choosing a wireless router, you should consider the same things as you would with any other wireless equipment: range, speed and standards. ... Wireless routers have built-in firewalls that only allow data through on certain ports (for example the web port, 80,...

5 Tips for Buying a Laptop by Rob Buenaventura
Buying a laptop is a major investment decision. As such it is not one that you should make lightly. Below are 5 tips that will help prepare you for making the best and most well informed decision when buying a laptop. Tip #1 Size Matters Buying a laptop is a matter that requires some thought. ... Tip #3 Wireless Options Today, when many people think laptop, they think “wireless”. ... Many try to account for this by ensuring that their laptop has potential upgrade options, such as room for an expandable PC card or a USB port.

Understanding the Components of a Home Network by Jeff Heaton
Home networks are becoming more common. People want to be able to share a single broadband Internet connection to several computers in the house. There are many different devices that you can use to make up your home network. If you have never heard network terminology device names like router,... The WAP allows you to use wireless devices, such as wireless laptops, with the Internet. ... If you do not have an uplink port on your switch, the switch can not be easily extended if you run out of ports.

Enterprise Wireless Gateways (EWG) by Eric Meyer
EWG’s have two jobs one is to keep the roaming wireless user connected and second authentication. Use will use a Enterprise wireless gateway in medium to enterprise level work place. Wireless gateways reduce administrative over head my managing wireless access points from a central location. ... When deploying a wireless network with FAT wireless access points you need to configure each wireless access point individually. ... Each wireless access point carries your wireless network key and can end up being used against you.

USB Cables by Elizabeth Morgan
USB cables are data cables used to connect a computer or laptop to an outside source of data such as digital cameras, video recorders, mobile phones and mp3 devices. These cables are compatible with the standard USB ports present in computers and laptops. ... One end of a USB cable connects with the USB port present in the computer while the other end connects to an external device such as a digital camera. ... The USB port in the computer provides automatic power and external power supply is needed only in some types of computers.

Paper Handling and Connectivity of Laser Printers and Inkjet Printers by Christy Berger
You've decided to buy a laser or inkjet printer but do not know what the paper handling facilities of a typical laser or inkjet printer are and which of these paper handling functions you will really need. Here's some information that will help you find out before buying your inkjet or laser... There are 2 types of USB ports; USB 1.1 and USB 2.0. ... All inkjet and laser printers nowadays have a USB port. ... You will need a USB port to connect to a laser or inkjet printer. ... Some laser or inkjet printers still have the older parallel port technology if you prefer.

How Hackers Gain Control of Your Computer by Richard Rogers
Your PC has many "ports" which are vulnerable to attack from a hacker. These ports are used to communicate internally with your monitor or printer or externally to the internet. For example, Port 25 is used for receiving incoming email and Port 80 is used to connect to the internet. ... Hackers use "port scanning" software to hunt for for vulnerable computers with open ports using your computer's IP address. ... 4) Install an anti virus program and keep the virus definitions up to date. ... Run a scan at least once a week or after being on line for a long period of time.

Why Purchase a Dell Laptop? by Garry Allen
One of the most well known brands on the market are Dell laptops. Of course, this comes from a lot of advertising. But their quality goes a long way in explaining why they are so big in the IT world. Let's take for example the new Dell Inspiron 6000. ... It has an IEEE 1394 port, a Firewire port, an S-Video port and four USB ports. ... Of course then there is the standard 10/100 ethernet card and Wi-Fi access, so you can use your card in wireless hotpsots at home, in your local coffee shop ar at work.

The Convenience Of A Wireless Mouse by Michael Perry
A wireless mouse is the ultimate in portability and compact design. When traveling especially, a wireless mouse is a terrific accessory to bring along. It is always a good idea to carry several spare batteries to keep your wireless mouse working properly. ... A wireless mouse requires a small, compact unit that connects to the computer through a USB port. ... In order to use a wireless mouse, consumers must have a computer that features a USB receiver and a Windows operating program. ... One important aspect to consider when purchasing electronics, including the wireless mouse, is the...