Home Networking for Dummies

by Kathy Ivens

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 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 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.

Genres: Reference, Ebooks, Computers

384 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Timothy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love the 'Dummies' books, but setting up a network now does not require a book to do so. At least I didn't really require the knowledge gained from it. However, if you would like to know everything possible about the details of a home network this is a good book to start with.

[Priyank · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very handy. Very readable.