Designing a Small Business Network
Any small business that has more than one computer should have a network. A network allows all computers to connect and share data between each other, share an internet connection and share peripherals such as printers and fax machines.
The average small business network will require devices to connect to each other and access the internet. While many businesses still use wired local area networks (LANs), wireless networks are becoming increasingly popular. However, many modern businesses combine the two. Based on this model, the primary features of the network should be as follows:
Wired Local Area Network (LAN) – This will connect all desktops, peripherals and servers. It’s possible to make the connection via a hub. However, the best option is to use switches where information is only sent to the intended recipient on the network. Switches use MAC—hardware—addresses to identify where information should be sent. Because devices are connected by Ethernet cable, transfer speeds are generally very fast.
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The Future of Wireless Networking
When it comes to networking, the future is wireless. As the technology develops and transfer speeds increase, it looks increasingly likely that wireless will replace Ethernet in most home and small business networks. In this article, I look at how far wireless networking has come and at what the future holds.
There is little doubt that wireless is the way of the future. In fact, it has already made its way into many homes and businesses. If you own a laptop with wireless capabilities, you already know all the handy wireless hotspots in your local area. While you still have to pay for some of these services, increasingly business like cafes and restaurants are offering free Wi-Fi to attract customers.
Wireless is also becoming the medium of choice for the average home network. Most if not all internet service providers (ISPs) offer wireless routers with their packages for a few extra dollars. Also, you will be hard pushed to find a desktop or laptop computer manufactured in the last couple of years that does not have wireless capabilities. So, wireless is both cheap and easy to set up in the home.
The same is true for small businesses. The average wireless router’s signal will cover enough area for most small offices. Wireless networking also cuts out the cost of installing and maintaining Ethernet cables. And, of course, it is much neater.
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Computer Networking & Hardware : About Networking Cables
Networking cables can either be a straight-through cable, which is used to plug the computer to a network drop, or a crossover cable, which is used to connect two machines together, two routers or two switches. Discover the different kinds of network cables with tips from a systems administrator in this free video on computer networking.
Expert: Jonathan Hill
Bio: Jonathan Hill works as a senior systems administrator for a large Web hosting company. He has achieved MCSA/MCSE credentials, among other industry certifications.
Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge
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Computer Networking & Hardware : Best Laptop for a College Student
The best laptop for a college student is designed to fulfill the student’s needs, whether that mean having a high-quality video card for gaming, large memory for school work or durability for travel. Find a great laptop fit for a student with tips from a systems administrator in this free video on computers.
Expert: Jonathan Hill
Bio: Jonathan Hill works as a senior systems administrator for a large Web hosting company. He has achieved MCSA/MCSE credentials, among other industry certifications.
Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge
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Computer Basics : What Is a Network Hub?
A network hub is used to connect computers together so that they can communicate with each other over the same cable. Set up a network hub by plugging in network cables from different computers using help from a certified computer technician in this free video on computer networks.
Expert: Jonathan Ayres
Bio: Jonathan Ayres has more than 25 years of computer industry experience with all types of computer hardware and operating systems.
Filmmaker: Todd Green
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Computer Networking & Hardware : How to Connect 2 Computers With a Hub
Connecting two computers together with a hub can easily be done by plugging in a network cable to each computer and attaching those cables to the hub. Allow two machines to communicate with tips from a systems administrator in this free video on computer hardware.
Expert: Jonathan Hill
Bio: Jonathan Hill works as a senior systems administrator for a large Web hosting company. He has achieved MCSA/MCSE credentials, among other industry certifications.
Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge
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Networking & Ethernet : About Switches vs. Hubs for Home Networking
In home networking, switches and hubs may look the same, but hubs communicate in cycles through network connections, and switches only send information to the destination computer. Learn about limitations to hubs that switches don’t have with help from a specialist in computer and network administration in this free video on home networking.
Expert: Mark Daly
Bio: Mark Daly has experience in computer and network administration, and has worked on every Microsoft OS from DOS to Windows Server 2008.
Filmmaker: leighton silvestro
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An Overview of Network Hardware
For the uninitiated, network design can be a daunting subject with its seemingly mystical jargon and ever changing protocols. However, once you have a basic knowledge of the equipment involved, myths about networking will be dispelled. The following will walk you through the basic building blocks of a computer network.
While it’s possible to create a network by simply connecting two computers together with an Ethernet cable or wireless router, most modern networks are more complex. Most corporate networks connect more than ten computers together along with internet connections and network peripherals.
Modems
Most networks will share an internet connection. Traditionally, modems were designed for dial-up connections but cable/DSL modems are now the norm. Newer cable/DSL modems can handle up to 10 Mbps Ethernet connections, although most internet service providers won’t match the higher speeds. Those corporations with higher bandwidth needs require multiple modems with multiple internet connections.
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