Being able to connect to a wireless network or wi-fi hotspot is fundamental for mobile work and play. The directions in the wi-fi tutorial below will help you set up your laptop so you can connect to a network wirelessly for Internet access or to share files with other computers on the network. Here are […]
Setting up a wireless network entails only a few simple steps. Follow the instructions below to set up the router, configure it for strong wireless security, and connect your computers and portable devices to the network for wire-free browsing.Note: if your wireless router and other devices are capable of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can […]
Very often, especially when traveling, you may find yourself with one wired Ethernet connection for Internet access (or one 3G cellular data modem), but multiple devices that you want to be able to go online. Using the built-in Internet Connection Sharing feature on Windows computers, you can share that single Internet access with any device […]
A network firewall protects a computer network from unauthorized access. Network firewalls may be hardware devices, software programs, or a combination of the two. Network firewalls guard an internal computer network (home, school, business intranet) against malicious access from the outside. Network firewalls may also be configured to limit access to the outside from internal […]
A broadband router combines the features of a traditional network switch, a firewall, and a DHCP server. Broadband routers are designed for convenience in setting up home networks, particularly for homes with high-speed cable modem or DSL Internet service. A broadband router supports file sharing, Internet connection sharing, and home LAN gaming. A broadband router […]
The centerpiece or “core” of a wireless home network is either a wireless router or wireless access point: Wireless routers allow the flexibility to move computers within the home without having to re-cable them. Wireless routers also supply good performance on shared Internet connections. Wireless routers tend to cost more than wired routers, but when […]