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Richard Chao
09-06-2012, 06:30 AM
<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57485724-1/home-networking-explained-heres-the-url-for-you/' target='_blank'>http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105...he-url-for-you/</a><br /><br /></div><p><em>"As the guy who reviews networking products, I generally receive a couple of e-mails from readers a day, and most of them, in one way or another, are asking about the basics of networking (as in computer to computer, I am not talking about social networks here.)"</em></p><p><img height="397" src="http://images.thoughtsmedia.com/resizer/thumbs/size/600/wpt/auto/1346907112.usr117680.jpg" style="border: 1px solid #d2d2bb;" width="600" /></p><p>This primer may not be new information for readers of this site but it could be a good way to get your relatives up to speed when they ask you to go over and help them set up their internet network. &nbsp;This article explains in an easy to understand manner the various types of networking, components, set up, security and all things home network. &nbsp;</p><p>It starts with wired networking and all of the components. &nbsp;Next up are wireless networking, wireless networking security and finally powerline networking. &nbsp;Within each section are concise explains of components, setup and a quick explanation of how each item works. &nbsp;</p><p>If you know of anyone who has a question regarding home networking, this is a good place to start. &nbsp;</p>