Home Wireless Networking in a Snap

Description

These days, nobody really wants to learn everything there is about their hardware and software. And even if you did, who has the time to endlessly tinker and play with it until you figure everything out? You just want a book that will quickly show you how to set up your home wireless network. Home Wireless Networking in a Snap is designed specifically for busy people like you.

This book covers the things that aren't already covered in the documentation that came with your equipment and the things you can't just figure out on your own. It is organized into a series of well-organized, bite-sized, quickly accomplished tasks, that lets you zero right in on particular tasks you want to accomplish. This hands-on approach to setting-up a secure home wireless network will have your network up and running in no time.

CONTENTS:

Part I Networking and Windows Fundamentals

Chapter 1 Start Here 3

Chapter 2 Navigating Windows XP 19

Chapter 3 Sharing a Home Computer 41

Part II Creating the Home Network

Chapter 4 Installing and Configuring the Wireless Router 67

Chapter 5 Installing and Configuring Wireless Adapters 91

Chapter 6 Configureing the Windows Home Network 123

Part III Using the Home Network

Chapter 7 Sharing Network Resources 155

Chapter 8 Filtering Content and Enabling Game Services 183

Chapter 9 Taking Advantage of Wireless Hotspots 211

Part IV Protecting and Securing the Wireless Network

Chapter 10 Protecting Your System and Data 231

Chapter 11 Securing the Wireless Network 265

Chapter 12 Protecting the Wireless Network 305

Chapter 13 Troubleshooting and Monitoring Network Connections 333