There are a number of common requirements that require configuration. They are: Static IP address DNS settings Gateway Settings Wi-Fi
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Wiring A Home Ethernet Network-(Practical Beginners Guide)
Although creating a wired Ethernet network isn’t expensive it is time consuming, involves basic DIY abilities, and making a mess.
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Although we are used to using names (e.g. www.google.com) when surfing the Internet, the Internet works on numbers called IP
Continue readingPower Over Ethernet (POE)- (Beginners Guide)
What is Power over Ethernet (PoE)? POE allows an Ethernet cable to carry DC power as well as data signals
Continue readingWindows File Sharing Basics
All windows computers since windows for workgroups have been capable of sharing resources like files and printers on the network,
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What is DHCP? DHCP stands for Dynamic Host configuration protocol and provides a mechanism for automatically allocating IP (IPv4) addresses
Continue readingUsing The Ping Command – Home Networking Testing
The ping command is one of the most often used networking utilities for troubleshooting network problems. You can use the
Continue readingBasic Home Networking Hardware Components and Devices
An Internet connected home/home office network, consists of a variety of hardware and software components. In this tutorial we look
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You will at some time or another experience problems with your home network and Internet connection. Issues Like Can’t connect
Continue reading10 Useful Windows Networking Commands
Windows has some very useful networking utilities that are accessed from a command line (cmd console). On Windows 10 type
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