Most people who install a home network never delve inside the netherworld of security settings on their router. Who can blame them – it’s about as frightening as putting your hand in a shoebox full of rabid gerbils. Nevertheless, it’s worth the effort if you know what you’re doing. That said, here are 10 router […]
Imagine, if you will, that you have a file – or a set of files – you want or need to share with someone. You can invite them to sit by your computer and stare at your screen. Easy, when they live with you under the same roof, or have just dropped by, even though, […]
A wireless network has quite a few advantages over your usual wired network deals. First and foremost, you don’t need so many wires. That means, your house stays cleaner (and the whole plan cheaper, too). That, in itself, makes it an idea worthy of your consideration. The other advantage is that you become mobile. Well, […]
We’ve come a long way, baby. We no longer talk one to another in the office, not even on the phone, we exchange e-mails, instead. Now, it’s the home’s turn. If we can have computer networks at work, why not at home, right? Whatever the reason you feel you simply MUST have a computer network […]
Question: How do I set up a home network? –B.A. Answer: More and more people want a home network because they have two or more computers and/or they sometimes bring a notebook computer from work and want to take advantage of the printer and Internet connection at home. Several years ago I would have said: […]