Ever wanted to connect computers without cables? Our primer will explain the different wireless technologies, help you get started, and offer tips on making your wireless network secure and efficient.
Wireless networking may save you from the physical hassle of connecting computer hardware, but you still have to face the virtual tangle of standards, as well as a knot of installation and security considerations. This four-part primer will explain the different wireless technologies, help you get started, and offer tips on making your wireless network secure and efficient.
The basics of wireless networking
Confused by the alphabet soup of wireless-networking technologies? We'll tell you what you need to know.
The lay of the LAN
Before you jump into wireless, make sure you pick the right equipment for the job.
Sweating the details
No matter which networking standard you choose, installing it involves some basic rules and processes; we'll walk you through them.
Optimizing and securing your network
If you build it, they will come. A wireless network can attract all sorts of undesirables. We'll show you how to keep them out.
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