Want to connect the PCs and peripherals in your home, but don’t know where to start? This friendly guide is the faster, smarter way of learning how to build, use, and manage your first home network! FASTER SMARTER HOME NETWORKING teaches just what you need to know, with accurate, how-to information that’s easy to absorb and apply. The language is friendly and down-to-earth, with no jargon or silly chatter. Use the concise explanations, easy numbered steps, and visual examples to understand exactly how to get the job done. Topics include wired vs. wireless; DSL vs. cable; installing network cards; configuring the networking services in Microsoft® Windows® XP, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), or Windows 98; sharing an Internet connection; employing firewalls and antivirus software; managing shared resources; and performing basic troubleshooting tasks.

Key Book Benefits:

Teaches expert tips and practical how-tos for setting up a home network using Microsoft technologies

Uses step-by-step instructions and plenty of visual examples to deliver the facts you want—no jargon, no silly chatter

Covers all the essentials, including wired and wireless technologies, firewalls, virus protection, printer sharing, gaming, and more