Networking In Easy Steps is a clear, practical guide for anyone who wants to take their first steps in computer networking. Whether you're thinking of setting up a wired or wireless home or small office network, or starting a community wireless network to share broadband Internet access in your neighborhood, this book will show you how.
The book takes you through the basics of wired Ethernet networks and the various types of wireless network-public hotspots as well as ad hoc and infrastructure modes. For each type of network, hardware selection and installation, and both basic and more advanced configuration are covered in detail. Key topics such as wireless network security and network troubleshooting are also covered extensively.
For those who want to understand a little about what makes it all work, the detailed step by step guides to network setup are complemented by short descriptions of some of the technological aspects of networks, and a web directory of useful information sites plus a comprehensive glossary will help you to develop your networking knowledge and skills.
A look at some new and upcoming developments in home networking will show you what's in store in the digital home of the not so distant future. Networking In Easy Steps is a full-color, easy to read, affordable guide.