Wireless Home Networking For Dummies
Wiley (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 18. January 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
408 pages
978-0-471-74940-0 (ISBN)
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Description
Hook 'em up to safely play games and share files and printers
Wireless networking isn't rocket science, and you don't need that computer whiz kid down the street. This book explains wireless networks, shows you what you need and how to install it, and introduces you to all the cool things you can do -- share an Internet connection, hook in audiovisual toys, and even check your e-mail at the airport!
Discover how to
* Understand wireless networking lingo
* Choose the right equipment
* Add smart home devices to your network
* Locate and use wireless hot spots
* Play multiuser games
* Protect your network from cyberinvaders
Wireless networking isn't rocket science, and you don't need that computer whiz kid down the street. This book explains wireless networks, shows you what you need and how to install it, and introduces you to all the cool things you can do -- share an Internet connection, hook in audiovisual toys, and even check your e-mail at the airport!
Discover how to
* Understand wireless networking lingo
* Choose the right equipment
* Add smart home devices to your network
* Locate and use wireless hot spots
* Play multiuser games
* Protect your network from cyberinvaders
More details
Edition
2., Aufl.
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 23.3 cm
Width: 18.5 cm
Weight
544 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-74940-0 (9780471749400)
Schweitzer Classification
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Danny Briere | Pat Hurley | Edward Ferris
Wireless Home Networking For Dummies
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04/2008
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Danny Briere | Pat Hurley | Walter Bruce
Wireless Home Networking For Dummies
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06/2003
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Hungry Minds Inc,U.S.
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Persons
Danny Briere founded TeleChoice, Inc., a telecommunications consulting company, in 1985 and now serves as CEO of the company. Widely known throughout the telecommunications and networking industry, Danny has written more than 1,000 articles about telecommunications topics and has authored or edited eight books, including Internet Telephony For Dummies, Smart Homes For Dummies, 2nd Edition, HDTV For Dummies, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 PC For Dummies, Wireless Network Hacks & Mods For Dummies, and Home Theater For Dummies (all published by Wiley Publishing, Inc.). He is frequently quoted by leading publications on telecommunications and technology topics and can often be seen on major TV networks providing analysis on the latest communications news and breakthroughs. Danny lives in Mansfield Center, Connecticut, with his wife and four children.
Pat Hurley is director of research with TeleChoice, Inc., specializing in emerging telecommunications technologies, including all the latest access and home technologies: wireless LANs, DSL, cable modems, satellite services, and home networking services. Pat frequently consults with the leading telecommunications carriers, equipment vendors, consumer goods manufacturers, and other players in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries. Pat is the co-author of Internet Telephony For Dummies, Smart Homes For Dummies, 2nd Edition, HDTV For Dummies, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 PC For Dummies, Wireless Network Hacks & Mods For Dummies, and Home Theater For Dummies (all published by Wiley). He lives in San Diego, California, with his wife, beautiful daughter, and two smelly and unruly dogs.
Edward Ferris is a consultant and manager of information systems with TeleChoice, Inc., specializing in wired and wireless networking and security technologies, including all the latest VoIP technologies: SIP, vPBX, Hybrid PBX, QoS, and packet labeling and switching. Ed frequently consults with companies looking to tighten information security and expand network operations. He has written many training and technology manuals for corporate use and has created custom training materials and seminars for numerous applications and business processes. He lives in Norwood, Massachusetts, with his wife and three children.
Pat Hurley is director of research with TeleChoice, Inc., specializing in emerging telecommunications technologies, including all the latest access and home technologies: wireless LANs, DSL, cable modems, satellite services, and home networking services. Pat frequently consults with the leading telecommunications carriers, equipment vendors, consumer goods manufacturers, and other players in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries. Pat is the co-author of Internet Telephony For Dummies, Smart Homes For Dummies, 2nd Edition, HDTV For Dummies, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 PC For Dummies, Wireless Network Hacks & Mods For Dummies, and Home Theater For Dummies (all published by Wiley). He lives in San Diego, California, with his wife, beautiful daughter, and two smelly and unruly dogs.
Edward Ferris is a consultant and manager of information systems with TeleChoice, Inc., specializing in wired and wireless networking and security technologies, including all the latest VoIP technologies: SIP, vPBX, Hybrid PBX, QoS, and packet labeling and switching. Ed frequently consults with companies looking to tighten information security and expand network operations. He has written many training and technology manuals for corporate use and has created custom training materials and seminars for numerous applications and business processes. He lives in Norwood, Massachusetts, with his wife and three children.
Content
Introduction.Part I: Wireless Networking Fundamentals.Chapter 1: Introducing Wireless Home Networking.Chapter 2: From a to g and b-yond.Chapter 3: Bluetooth, HPNA, and HomePlug.Part II: Making Plans.Chapter 4: Planning a Wireless Home Network.Chapter 5: Choosing Wireless Home Networking Equipment.Part III: Installing a Wireless Network.Chapter 6: Installing Wireless Access Points in Windows.Chapter 7: Setting Up Your Windows PCs for Wireless Networking.Chapter 8: Setting Up a Wireless Mac Network.Chapter 9: Setting Up Internet Sharing.Chapter 10: Securing Your Wireless Home Network.Part IV: Using a Wireless Network.Chapter 11: Putting Your Wireless Home Network to Work.Chapter 12: Gaming Over a Wireless Home Network.Chapter 13: Networking Your Entertainment Center.Chapter 14: Other Cool Things You Can Network.Chapter 15: Using a Bluetooth Network.Chapter 16: Going Wireless Away from Home.Part V: The Part of Tens.Chapter 17: Ten FAQs about Wireless Home Networks.Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Troubleshoot Wireless LAN Performance.Chapter 19: More Than Ten Devices to Connect to Your Wireless Network in the Future.Chapter 20: Top Ten Sources for More Information.Index.