Home Networking All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies

by Geier, Eric

• ISBN13: 9780470275191
• ISBN10: 0470275197
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-07-21
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

If your household harbors more than one computer, you've probably wondered about home networking. Maybe you've gone so far as to start setting up a network and given up in frustration. Well, now you can relax. Home Networking All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies has come to the rescue!A network will make your life easier, and Home Networking All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies makes it easier to create one. It shows you how to choose the right hardware, add user accounts, get different operating systems to work together, secure your network, exchange files, add wireless devices, and even use Wi-Fi out in public. Seven individual, self-contained minibooks cover: What a network will do for you, including a low-tech explanation of how it works Choosing a network type that will work best for your needs, and planning what equipment you'll need Installing and configuring your computers and networking gear Upgrading your equipment with the manufacturer's updates The ins and outs of using particular versions of operating systems Windows, Mac, and Linux with your network Step-by-step directions on connecting to networks, sharing files and printers, checking connection status, and much more Discovering networking accessories and gadgets to get the most out of your network Finding and using Wi-Fi hotspots, plus setting up your ownYou'll even find troubleshooting tips to help find and fix common problems. Home Networking All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies will be your personal network assistant!

Author Biography

Eric Geier is a certified network administrator with years of experience as a computer and wireless networking consultant. He is founder and president of Sky-Nets, Ltd., a Wi-Fi hotspot provider.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introduction to Networking

Grasping the Main Concepts behind Networking

Operating Systems and Networks

Networking Hardware

Setting Up Networks

Setting Up User Accounts on Computers

Planning for Your Network

Installing Network Adapters

Setting Up and Configuring the Network

Working with the “Brains” of Your Equipment

Taking the Wire Farther

Getting a Better Reach with Wireless

Network Security

Addressing Internet Security

Securing the Airwaves: It's Possible

Protecting Youngsters

Connecting and Sharing

Dealing with Your Network Connections

Remote Connections

Allowing Sharing of Files and More

Sharing Files: Hosting a Folder Party

Sharing a Printer: Spreading the Ink

Other Sharing Options

Accessing Shared Files and Folders

Serving Files over the Internet

Network Troubleshooting

Dealing with Connection and Performance Problems

Fixing Sharing Issues

Troubleshooting Methods and Tools

Getting More Help

Networking Gadgets

Voice and Video

Family Entertainment

Traveling Gadgets

Bluetooth Devices

Network Magic: Ways to Manage Your Home Network

Wi-Fi Hotspots

Wi-Fi Hotspots, Hot Zones, and Cities

Making Your Location a Wi-Fi Hotspot

Using FON to Share or Get Wireless Internet Access

Index

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