Wired Home Network Diagram Featuring Ethernet Router.
Planning a Home Computer Network
Designing a home network includes determining the location of
your computers, printer(s) and other devices to connect as well as
network equipment needs. Home networks can be built using cables,
wireless technology, or a combination of both.
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Buying Network Equipment
A confusing array of choices awaits anyone shopping for network
gear. Home network equipment is available in both wired and wireless
varieties as well as different shapes and sizes. Certain types of
routers, adapters and other networking products have been created
specially for mobile (traveling) users. Additionally, some kinds of gear
include manageability, advanced security, and other features designed
for use on corporate networks.
The simplest kind of network contains just two computers linked
by a point-to-point direct connection. You can use these networks to
share files, a printer or another peripheral device. So-called "ad hoc"
peer networks allow linking more than two computers.
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Setting Up Home Broadband Routers
Broadband routers are designed for convenience in setting up home
networks, particularly for homes with high-speed Internet service. A
broadband router is a small electronic device that connects to broadband
modems or other routers. It simplifies the configuration of file
sharing, Internet connection sharing and some network security
functions.
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Sharing Files and Printers
A local network allows efficient transfer of files without the
need to carry disks or keys between computers. With only a small
additional effort, a printer can also be set up for sharing among
multiple computers across a local network.
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Configuring Home Internet Access
Many people build a home network with the goal of sharing
Internet access among all of their computers. Connecting an Internet
modem to the home network is the typical way to set up shared access.
Whether due to a configuration error in the set up, a technical
glitch, or some other reason, one or more pieces of a computer network
may not function properly or suddenly fail. Fortunately, many networking
problems can be recognized and fixed quickly.
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Configuring Mobile Internet Access
Increasingly, people rely on Internet connectivity while
traveling for business or pleasure. That often entails connecting to a
network owned by someone else. The ability to establish safe and
reliable connections to new networks is essential in today's
always-connected world.
IP addresses are the fundamental method for computers to identify
themselves on home networks, the Internet and many other networks.
Computers, routers, games consoles and other devices connected to an
Internet Protocol network each possess their own IP address. Certain
special IP addresses are commonly used on local networks.
Various technologies exist to improve the security of data being
shared on computer networks. The ability to reliably back up data across
the network is also critical to avoid loss.
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