Home Networking For Dummies - Softcover

Ivens, Kathy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764542796 ISBN 13: 9780764542794

Publisher: For Dummies, 2003

Synopsis

A network is a system of two or more computers that are connected in some manner (you have lots of choices about the "manner"). Each computer on the network has access to the files and peripheral equipment (printers and modems) on all the other computers on the network.

Using multiple computers is much easier if you have a network. You don't have to remember which computer you were using when you started that letter to Uncle Harry because you can just reach across the network to finish it using any computer in the house. A home network allows you to do the work you have to do better and more efficiently. You can benefit from a network if you

• Use PCs that run either Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows XP
• Want to share computers on a network, whether they're desktop computers or laptops
• Have more people in the household than computers, so more than one person may use any single computer

Home Networking For Dummies isn't a novel, so you don't have to start at page one and read every chapter in order – you can't spoil the ending. This book is meant to be digested on a subject-by-subject basis. Each chapter is self-contained, covering a specific subject. You'll gain insight into:

• Planning and installing your home network
• Performing some software tasks to fine-tune your network
• Using your network to access or print files from other computers
• Keeping your network safe from viruses and intruders
• Preparing for disaster by keeping your computers healthy and making sure you don't lose your data if a computer dies

Creating a network is satisfying, fun, and incredibly useful. Have a good time. You're on the cutting edge of computer technology. By reading this book, you prove that you are a networking nerd – and that's a compliment.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Become administrator of your home network and get organized

Share files and printers, install wireless connections, and save time and money!

When your mom told you sharing was good, she was right! This book shows you it’s also easy, economical, and efficient. You’ll find out how to select equipment, set up security, and build a home network that lets your family share files, printers, telephone or DSL Internet connections, and a peaceful coexistence. Mom would approve.

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

About the Author:

Kathy Ivens has written more than 60 computer books and countless articles for Windows & .NET Magazine. She’s an internationally syndicated columnist who has installed hundreds of corporate networks.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0764542796
• ISBN 13: 9780764542794
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 384