4 Steps to Set Up Your Home Wireless Network - You can use a wireless network to share Internet access, files, printers, and more. Or you can use it to surf the Web while you're sitting on your couch or in your yard. Plus, it's easier to install than you think.* 08/01/2006
About.com's Home Computer Networks - Help with Wired and Wireless Home Networking - Computer networks have existed for more than thirty years, but only more recently have they become popular in homes. In 1999, only a few hundred thousand households in the United States possessed a home network, although many more "expressed interest" in having one.
Today, many millions of households in the U.S. and worldwide have adopted home networking. Millions more have yet to build their home network. Even those who've previously taken the plunge are now beginning to revamp their networks for wireless, a new wave of technology for home networking.
This page serves as your starting point for learning about the world of home networking, step by step. We assume no prior knowledge of network technology, and we will teach all of the basics of home network planning, installation, and troubleshooting.* 03/23/2006
Computer Networking For Homes and Small Businesses by Michael Horowitz - If you are planning on setting up a computer network, the class starts with a brief review of the pros and cons of wired vs. wireless networks. We also briefly review the many available technologies used to link computers in a network.
HomeNetHelp is becoming the most popular home networking information guide on the internet because we provide real help to real people.* 08/04/2003
HowStuffWorks.com Networking - If your question has anything to do with how networking works, then this is the site for you to read.
How-to: Secure a Wireless LAN by Daily Wireless - Take your mouse and hover it over the Wifi icon in the bottom right of your computer screen. Go ahead, do it. It will show you the name of your wireless network. If you're like 80% of Wifi users, the wireless network you are connected to is titled something like, "Linksys (Unsecured)" or "Default (Unsecured)".
An unsecured wireless network is an open invitation to hackers to walk right in to your computer and steal your personal information, upload malware onto your computer, and otherwise terrorize you.
Thankfully, securing your Wifi connection is extraordinarily simple to do. In this article we cover 10 simple steps that will take your wireless network from being a welcome beacon to hackers to the wi-fi equivalent of Fort Knox. So let's get started…* 02/16/2007
Networking Basics - Basic information about Networking at Windows Networking, First looks at Windows XP Networking and WLAN Wireless Networking.
NetworkWorld's Research Center: Routers - Your source for router news and resources. - Our job is to help you be successful at yours. With 20 years experience as the leading Network IT media company, we have what it takes to deliver the information that Network IT Executives need -- where, when and how they want it. Through our online news site, newsweekly print publication, events and executive forums and custom media solutions, Network World’s award-winning editorial delivers the up-to-date and thoughtful analysis, news, product tests, expert opinion and management strategy that our audience requires.
Wireless LANs buyer's guide - We've compiled the largest buyer's guide ever on wireless LAN equipment. Whether you're looking for an access point, PC Card or trying to decide between 802.11a, b or g, take a look at the information that vendors have provided us. We've got the goods on 185 products from 27 vendors of wireless LAN equipment.* 03/23/2006
PracticallyNetworked.com has provided practical, easy-to-understand help for small network builders since early 1998.The site contains the most complete "How-To" information for setting up Internet sharing found anywhere! We walk readers through the whole process from setting up and debugging their network, through selecting a sharing method, to securing their newly shared LAN. Users can also find extensive Troubleshooting information, tips on getting special applications to work through firewalls, and product reviews on Hardware Routers, Wireless and HomePNA LAN products, and more!*
SearchNetworking.com - Do you know how to deploy a LAN/WAN design? Need more information on protocol support, switch/router configuration, testing, and security? Get the information you want on today's hottest topics -- everything from Gigabit Ethernet-over copper to 802.11b wireless networks -- and how to design enterprise networks to provide load balancing backup and recovery, and failover. Want the latest news from the trenches? Find out why so many networking professionals have chosen SearchNetworking.com as their #1 online resource for all their networking-related needs.* A TechTarget.com company. 12/02/2002
Steve Winograd's Networking FAQ - Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Peer-to-Peer Networking in Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP.*
The TCP/IP Guide is a reference resource on the TCP/IP protocol suite that was designed to be not only comprehensive, but comprehensible. Organized using a logical, hierarchical structure, The TCP/IP Guide uses a personal, easy-going writing style that lets anyone understand the technologies that run the Internet. The Guide explains dozens of protocols and technologies in over 1,500 pages. It includes full coverage of PPP, ARP, IP, IPv6, IP NAT, IPSec, Mobile IP, ICMP, RIP, BGP, TCP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, FTP, SMTP, NNTP, HTTP, Telnet and much more.* 09/28/2004
Video Guide: Securing Your Wireless Network - Security Fix Column by Brian Krebs - For the longest time, I've wanted to put together a video showing readers how to secure their wireless routers by switching on the encryption and other security features built in to most of these devices, in the same way that Security Fix produced a series of video guides to securing your computer. (Note to self: Get that link back up on the front of the blog).
But alas, procrastination and other projects got the best of me. But I am happy to report that GetNetWise, a group of nonprofit and security companies led -- at least on this project -- by Symantec Corp. took a stab at it this week, releasing a pretty decent visual guide to switching on the security features in three of the more popular wireless products: Netgear, Linksys and Apple Airport.* 04/01/2006
Cable-Modem.net is operated by Digiterra Broadband, a leading provider of information and technology to the broadband industry. Founded by former executives from several of the U.S.' leading cable and telecommunications companies, Digiterra Broadband is dedicated to bringing you comprehensive, objective information about the exciting services being deployed by broadband providers.* They have a Content Guide, Download Guide, Getting Connected Q&A, ISP Ratings Database, Online Speed Test, Service Locator, User Support (Forums, Groups and Links), and more! 08/07/2003
DSLReports.com - DSLreports.com provides information and help on the subject of residential and small business Broadband connections. Although we are called DSLreports.com, we are actually spelled BROADBANDreports.com...* What do you want to know about Broadband? Check here first! They have Local Service Search, ISP Reviews, Networking FAQ, Networking Security Issues, Broadband Tests and Tools, and so much more! This is a MUST SEE site!
GeekTels - Ever need high-speed access at a Hotel while traveling? Who has it and who doesn't? Well, GeekTools.com has an International Database of Hotels that offer broadband for their customers. Check it out before making your reservations. 06/17/2003
Home Wireless Network - How to setup a home wireless network* 04/10/2006
Intel's Hotspot Finder - Use the search and browse tools below to locate an Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology-verified location. You can use your Intel Centrino mobile technology-based notebook at any location, but these locations have been verified by service providers for Intel Centrino mobile technology. This verification means that the locations have been tested by the service providers to work with common notebook configurations built on Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology. Access to locations is available with a subscription to one of the service providers listed. It may also be purchased on a pay-as-you-go basis. Learn more about how to unwire on intel.com/unwire.* 07/16/2004
ModemHelp.org - Modem Init Strings, Manufacturer Support Sites, Modem Resource Sites, High-Speed Internet, Modem Drivers, Remote Access Server Sites, and more, lots more!
Navas Cable Modem-DSL Tuning Guide - Tweaks and Help with Broadband Modems.
Navas 28800-56K Modem FAQ - Tweaks and Help with 28K to 56K Modems.
- SpeedGuide.net - Pure PC Performance "Some of the best Broadband tweaks and Speed patches on the Net" The site focuses on system performance, with areas including Broadband Internet connections, Windows, Overclocking, all targeted towards a technically aware audience. A large section of SpeedGuide.net is dedicated to Cable Modems and DSL technology, stressing on improving TCP/IP performance over high speed/latency networks.*
Wi-FiHotSpotList.com - The Definitive WiFi HotSpot Directory* 09/17/2004
NetStat Live - Have you ever wondered just how fast your network connection is? Not just how fast the modem is connected at, but how much data you can actually get? Does your internet connection sometimes seem slower than normal? Forget hacking the registry or using counter-intuitive tools to get the information you want - enter the world of AnalogX NetStat Live (NSL)! NSL is a small, easy to use TCP/IP protocol monitor which can be used to see your exact throughput on both incoming and outgoing data - whether you're using a modem, cable modem, DSL, or even local network! NSL doesn't just stop there, it lets you see how quickly your data goes from your computer to another computer on the internet; it even will tell you how many other computers your data must go through to get there! But wait - there's more! NSL also graphs your CPU usage of your system! This can be especially useful in identifying if your computer is what's slowing things down, or if it's your internet connection.* If you want accurate speed test results, you've got to test at your PC, not across the Internet. That's where NetStat Live shines! 06/17/2003
Numion - YourSpeed - How fast is your internet connection? YourSpeed will measure how fast you can really surf. The measurement simulates normal surfing behaviour by fetching images from a set of 40 popular websites. The result is an easy to understand number that quantifies your speed.* 08/13/2004
PC Pitstop's Internet Connection Center - Are downloads taking too long to load--even with a high-speed connection? Does your ISP say "It's not our problem."? PC Pitstop's Internet Connection Center can help. This is the place to start to diagnose and hopefully fix connection problems for your home or office system. Our series of diagnostics will help you determine if you're getting optimal performance from your connection. The tools will also help diagnose whether the problem is your modem, your PC, the site you're visiting or your ISP.* 08/07/2003
Speakeasy Speed Test - Test your connection speed! By measuring the download and upload rate from the following locations you are able to accurately judge your current line throughput or internet connection speed. To take the speed test, choose the server nearest you.* 01/21/2006
Speed Tests - About Bandwidth and Speed Test Sites - Accurate gauges of performance, or a waste of time and bandwidth? by Bradley Mitchell. Several sites on the Net offer so-called speed tests or bandwidth tests. These free services promise to measure the "real time" performance of one's Internet connection. But do these tests really work? Do they present more meaningful and accurate data than one's network operating system (NOS)?* Plenty of information about Bandwidth and Speed Tests and their Pros and Cons. 08/07/2003
TestMySpeed.com - This site has links to different test sites that are located across the USA. (Either this site is having problems or they're out of business. I'll check again in the next few days.) 08/07/2003
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