Book Description:
Having a network in your home increases work efficiency and
minimizes confusion. If you want to set up a network in your home but
you’re not quite sure where to start, then Home Networking for Dummies
makes it easy for you to become your household’s network administrator.
Now fully updated with information on the newest technology in
networking available, this quick and to-the-point walkthrough will show
you how to install Web connections in your entire home, whether by
wires, cables, or WiFi. This resourceful guide illustrates:
- Planning and installing your network
- The differences between Ethernet cable, phone lines, and wireless technology
- Configuring computer sharing
- Setting up and managing users
- Installing, managing, and troubleshooting the network printer
- Understanding UNC format, mapping drives, and traveling on the network
- Working with remote files
- Securing your network from viruses, spyware, and other baddies
Along with the basics, this book introduces fun ways to use your
network, including sharing music, keeping shopping lists, creating photo
albums, setting up a family budget, and instant messaging. It also
provides ways to keep your network safe for kids, such as talking to
your child about the Internet, creating site filters, and ISP E-mail
filtering features. With this trusty guide your home will be fully
connected and you’ll be working more efficiently in no time
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