Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition

by Danny Briere

Leads the reader through the various financial and logistical considerations that should be taken into account before building a wireless network at home. Covers the basics of planning, installing and using wireless LANs. It also covers security issues and how to stay current with the fast moving technology. Cuts through both the hype and the jargon to deliver need-to-know information. Fully updated for all 802.11 standards, including a, b, g and n (otherwise known as Wi-Fi), Bluetooth, ZigBee, Z-Wave, WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Computers

408 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 6, 2003

About the author

Sometimes credited as Daniel D. Briere

Reviews

[carl theaker · Rating 3 out of 5]

I recently installed a wireless network in my home and much
to my surprise it setup and worked immediately. When I
used the configuration interface to the router I found a
variety of 'Advanced' settings and while the purpose of
some are more evident than others, I got curious about
what all they were for and could they be altered for
better performance, security, etc.

The first third of this book is dedicated to planning -
mmm, maybe I should have read that first? it covers figuring out
what you want or need, as you might not be exactly aware of that
is yet if you are new to the game; explaining the various, and
plentiful, terminology that may be like another language to the
average person. Dummies strongly suggests getting equipment
with the latest and greatest capabilities, such as a router
using the 'N' network. Though they also point out less expensive
options particularly if you are working with older equipment
and a smaller budget.

Once you get into the functionality chapters, most examples
are given for Windows and Mac, (which also means things move
faster as you can skip one or the other).

They also delve into the pros and cons of connecting your
entertainment center, as well as various other items in the
wireless high tech household; printers, your car, iwhatevers.

The final chapter has a variety of links and references
for more information should you wish to continue your
education.

I found it an informative, good introductory read.

[Jack]

The library I work in has a wireless network for the public and I am also considering adding a new network in my home so my daughter and I can share printing and the internet. So far this is a pretty good introductory book.