Home Networking For Dummies

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 <i>Home Networking for Dummies</i> 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: <ul> <li>Planning and installing your network</li> <li>The differences between Ethernet cable, phone lines, and wireless technology</li> <li>Configuring computer sharing</li> <li>Setting up and managing users</li> <li>Installing, managing, and troubleshooting the network printer</li> <li>Understanding UNC format, mapping drives, and traveling on the network</li> <li>Working with remote files</li> <li>Securing your network from viruses, spyware, and other baddies</li> </ul> <p>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!</p>