Networking For DummiesThe #1 bestselling beginner's guide to computer networking—now in a new edition Need networking know-how, but don't know where to turn? Run—don't walk—to the no-nonsense networking guidance offered in this friendly guide! Whether you're a networking administrator or an everyday computer user looking to set up a network in your home or office, Networking For Dummies seamlessly gets you connected with the basics and gives you the knowledge to work out whatever kinks may come your way—in no time. A network can make everything in your home or office run more smoothly and easily, but setting one up can be challenging for even the most computer-savvy people. Well, relax—this bestselling guide has you covered! Inside, you'll find step-by-step instructions on setting up and maintaining a network, working with broadband and wireless technologies, ensuring you're following best practices with storage and back-up procedures, building a wired or wireless network, and much more.
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Contents
Table of Contents | |
Internet | |
Planning a Network | |
Dealing with TCPIP | |
Oh What a Tangled Web | |
Configuring Windows Clients | |
Connecting Your Network to | |
Setting Up a Wireless Network | |
Managing Network Storage | |
Welcome to Network | |
Solving Network Problems | |
Restarting a Client Computer | |
Backing Up Your Data | |
Securing Your Network | |
Hardening Your Network | |
Network Performance Anxiety | |
Security | |
Virtual Networking | |
Setting Up a Server | |
Installing a Server Operating System | |
Working with Groups | |
Life in Cloud City | |
Networking with Linux | |
Ten Networking Commandments | |
Thou Shalt Write Down Thy Network | |
Thinking You Cant Work Just Because | |