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Beyond The Spirits => Computer Clues => Topic started by: Peggy on Dec 24, 2007, 01:52:44 AM

Title: Home Networking
Post by: Peggy on Dec 24, 2007, 01:52:44 AM
I'm curious about how many folks here have home networks.
Thanks, Peg
Title: Re: Home Networking
Post by: Patty S on Dec 24, 2007, 05:08:05 AM
I'd love to have a network hooked up... my puter tech hasn't gotten around to it yet! :Whis:
Title: Re: Home Networking
Post by: Peggy on Dec 24, 2007, 01:23:02 PM
The way I see it, you could use a network... but you need a few parts first... LOL, like a router would be nice. hehehe!!!
I can make the Cat5e cabling, but it's just as cheap to buy it.
LOL....  :) Peg
Title: Re: Home Networking
Post by: Peggy on Jan 07, 2008, 10:19:53 PM
10 Tips for maintaining a home network
from Microsoft!!

http://www.microsoft.com/athome/moredone/healthynetwork.mspx

Other thoughts from Lockergnome:

I thought number 10 was different since it usually doesn’t make any lists I have seen before. It is described as:

You need to do more than secure your operating system. You also need to secure your hardware. This includes but is not limited to

• Keeping pets off the PC towers, keyboards, routers, modems, and other hardware.
• Avoiding smoking around computer equipment.
• Repairing or replacing frayed wires and cables, including power cords.
• Making sure surge protectors are installed and working.
• Making sure cables are not crimped, or under chair or desk legs.
• Making sure all equipment has adequate air flow.
• Avoiding shut downs and reboots (put the computer to sleep instead using Power Settings).
• Using canned air twice a year to blow dust from inside and around computer towers. (and other electronics)
• Verifying wireless access points are properly placed.
• Verifying power outlets have not become overloaded.
Title: Re: Home Networking
Post by: MassMama on Jan 08, 2008, 06:40:45 AM
Yes I have wireless printer, router, vonage phone, laptop ,and a few other things, I am sure .. It is a paine to keep all the wires where they should be.
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