Home Networking For Dummies

Having a network in your home increases work efficiency andminimizes confusion. If you want to set up a network in your homebut you're not quite sure where to start, then HomeNetworking for Dummies makes it easy for you to become yourhousehold's network administrator. Now fully updated withinformation on the newest technology in networking available, thisquick and to-the-point walkthrough will show you how to install Webconnections 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, andwireless technology * Configuring computer sharing * Setting up and managing users * Installing, managing, and troubleshooting the networkprinter * Understanding UNC format, mapping drives, and traveling on thenetwork * Working with remote files * Securing your network from viruses, spyware, and otherbaddies Along with the basics, this book introduces fun ways to use yournetwork, including sharing music, keeping shopping lists, creatingphoto albums, setting up a family budget, and instant messaging. Italso provides ways to keep your network safe for kids, such astalking to your child about the Internet, creating site filters,and ISP E-mail filtering features. With this trusty guide your homewill be fully connected and you'll be working moreefficiently in no time!