September 7th, 2010
by Edy
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Computer Networking
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If we look at how these two compare, then maybe we should start with a factor that is quite important to every one. Cost! In the case of wired networks, the costs of the equipments are much cheaper.
The reasons being that wired networks have been in the market for much longer; this has resulted in a large number of users. Equipment is also much cheaper and more rugged.
The equipment is manufactured such that it can withstand a lot of careless handling; there are a number of security features that come along with the product as a standard. But, this is not the case with wireless networks.
In the case of wireless networks, there is no cable running all over the work place; you can move around the whole office with ease. Read the rest of this entry →
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September 5th, 2010
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Featured
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The most common networking was and continues to be the wired network; however the popularity of this is waning. On the other hand, the popularity of wireless networking is on the rise simply because of the comfort it provides its users.
There is not much difference in the way a wireless and a wired network work. It is in the way the signals are carried from one point to the other that they differ.
In case of a wired network the signal is transmitted over the wire as an RF signal. In the case of a wireless network, the signal is transferred to the destination as an RF signal transmitted over the air.
As the ease of wireless networking increases, its popularity will keep growing. Read the rest of this entry →
September 5th, 2010
by Edy
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Computer Networking
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Networking is the way computers get connected to one another. This answer seems pretty simple, doesn’t it?
In order to get connected you can use different techniques. Today, with increasing numbers of computers and laptops at home, the way you get connected is an important differentiator. It impacts the ease at which you can work at home
You can connect to the internet by just plugging in the computer cable, more commonly known as the Ethernet cable terminal, into your machine.
In the days of the desktop, you were permanently connected to the network. Today, with laptops and palmtops being used extensively, you are not necessarily rooted to one place. Therefore there is no reason why you should try to connect over a fixed line. Read the rest of this entry →
March 3rd, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Internet
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While there are many choices when it comes to connecting to the internet, we will be discussing only three here as these are the most affordable for personal consumer use in terms of higher speeds.
- Cable
This is the best choice for consumers who want to have the most freedom with their internet connection.
Internet data information is run through existing coaxial cable lines and redirected into an external modem unit with the help of a cable filter or splitter.
Having a cable Internet connection frees up your phone line so you can make or receive calls anytime you are online. Read the rest of this entry →
March 2nd, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Internet
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There are plenty of good reasons to consider switching to a faster cable Internet connection. The most popular reasons are these:
- - Increase In Speed
As discussed earlier, doing multiple tasks online, such as listening to music, watching videos, playing online games, or even visiting web sites can be greatly improved by having a higher data transfer rate only available through a cable Internet connection. The faster speeds improves the quality of many different file formats.
- Ability to use your telephone while online
What a wonderful thing this is! The ability to talk on the phone while connected to the internet. If you are someone that dreads hopping online, or has to restrict your “surfing” time, then this is an excellent benefit for making the switch over to a cable Internet connection. Read the rest of this entry →
February 26th, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Internet
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While not an exact science, a cable internet connection can reach up to 8.0 Mbps. Doesn’t seem very fast in terms of numbers, does it?
But, compare the above speed to the standard 1.5 Mbps average speed of a standard DSL connection, or the very low maximum speed of just 56 Kbps of dial up connections.
Still, most cable modems are able to deliver around 5.0 Mbps on average, to keep things fair. Read the rest of this entry →
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February 20th, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Internet
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You may be wondering whether cable internet access is considered either a high speed connection or a broadband connection.
Well, the answer is simple. It is both actually. Many companies will use these terms to describe their internet connection services.
And both terms are correct. Cable internet connectivity supplies the end user, you, with higher speeds than those of a DSL, or Dial Up connection, while also being classified as a “broadband” type of connection. Read the rest of this entry →
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February 7th, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Featured, Internet
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The term cable Internet access (or simply cable) refers to the delivery of Internet service over a cable television infrastructure.
What this means is that instead of using the standard telephone line to transfer data, a standard cable line is used in its place.
Not only does using a cable Internet connection free up your telephone line for incoming calls, but, it also provides much higher transfer rates compared with what is capable through a standard telephone line.
The reason why a cable connection can accomplish this is due to the type of lines used to deliver the internet content to your home computer.
While standard Dial Up connections use a small telephone line, which constricts the amount of usable bandwidth available at any one given time, a coaxial cable line has enough bandwidth available through just one line to deliver any of your cable television channels and your internet content. Read the rest of this entry →
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January 18th, 2009
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Product Review
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The Linksys WRT54GS Wireless-G Broadband Router makes setting up a home or office network much easier.
It comes together with the documents needed in order to install it well. However, some users complained that the web interface is difficult to navigate, instructions are hard to understand and the security setup should be explained better for novices.
Drop link has also been observed. Some offshore users also complained about the lack of offshore services.
The Fast Start guide will try its best to illustrate the setup process. Judging by the comments of several users, it is better to have basic networking knowledge in order to use this router.
The Linksys WRT54GS has a web-based configuration tool that gives you the access to other networking settings like the DHCP server and client settings. Read the rest of this entry →
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November 12th, 2008
by Edy
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Computer Networking, Computer Spot
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Computers connected on a network can be part of a workgroup or a domain. The main difference between the two is how resources are managed.
Administrators should basically know the appropriate grouping of computers when implementing an infrastructure plan in order to effectively setup a working network environment.
Workgroup is the logical way to group computers on a network wherein members of the group are considered “peers”, and each computer maintains its own security policies and resources like printers and shared folders. It is used on home network or small businesses that have more or less 25 computers. Read the rest of this entry →
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