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The Technology Formerly Known As Wireless FidelitySeven years is much too late to take it all back.

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Extending WiFi Between Two BuildingsJust out of reach
dB, dBm, decibelsNot even dogs can hear WiFi
Wi-Fi Wireless Networks and TechnologyWi-Fi Wire-less Net-working
Networking 101Good books are hard to find
Transmission Control Protocol / Internet ProtocolIts TCP/IP, not TCPIP
Working With a Network RouterDifficult with dial-up
MAC AddressingImportant to understand, unfortunately

Must Big Networks Be So Hard, and Expensive?Any computer network designed to support the needs of children should be anyone's top priority. It's hard to believe that it really requires so much time and money to get right. However, stories like this one from the state of California appear not uncommon.
TCP Optimizer - Speed Up Your Connection?This one cannot be argued - tuning home network connections for performance is hard. What works for one person might not work for another due to differences in how they use the network and the capability of the computers involved. Too often, people actually slow down (or completely break) their system rather than improve the situation. Not for the faint-hearted, TCP Optimizer is one of the best tools out there for this messy job.
Gallery of Home Networking DiagramsThousands of different home network layouts exist. Fortunately, most are small variations on a basic set of common designs. This gallery contains network diagrams for each of the common designs of wireless, wired and hybrid home networks. Each network diagram includes a description of the pros and cons of that particular layout as well as tips for building it.

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TCP OptimizerSpeed up your connection for free
The Best Broadband CountriesSurvey ranks 30 nations
Proxy Servers and ListsIncrease online privacy
About Network DesignIT, network protocols, etc.
Bluetooth Network TechnologyShort-range wireless
IP Addresses and the InternetHow to work with them
About Home NetworkingSetup, troubleshoot, enjoy

Internet Connection Methods for Home NetworksAs a homeowner (or renter), you likely have several options for how to connect to the Internet. The connection method you choose affects how a home network must be set up to support Internet connection sharing. Each Internet network connection alternative is described here.
Free P2P File Sharing ProgramsMillions of people use free P2P file sharing programs - software to swap music, video and other files over the Internet. Many free P2P file sharing programs exist. Some P2P software offers a larger user base and greater numbers of files to choose from. Some software better utilizes network resources and may be easier to use. Finally, some P2P file sharing programs are increasing in popularity while others are declining. Consider all of these factors when deciding which P2P network to join.