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Home Wireless Networking in a Snap
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
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