Helpdesk: Understanding Networking (Ch.7)

What kind of wire do I use to set up an Ethernet network?

The most popular transmission media option for wired home Ethernet networks is unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable

How can I share an Internet connection on a wireless network?

You'll need a special router to share an Internet connection on a wireless network.

Is there a good reason to set up a network for two computers?

By setting up a network, you can share a broadband Internet connection.

How do I share an Internet connection on an Ethernet network?

To share an Internet connection on an Ethernet network, you need a router.​

Can I set up a wireless network at home?

You can have a wireless network only if each node connected to the network has a wireless network adapter attached to it or installed in it.

Some of my devices don't need wireless and would work better with a wired connection. Are there different types of wired networks I need to choose from?

Most wired networks for the home are Ethernet networks.

Is a home network the same kind as the one at the corporation where I work?

No. Most companies use client/server networks. You'll be setting up a P2P network.