Home Wireless Network

A wireless router is a networking device that performs as a gateway joining your computer and your high-speed modem. It also acts as a wireless access point, allowing your wireless-enabled devices to communicate with it and connect to the Internet wirelessly. In order to set up or change your wireless router's settings and allow it to... more »

The term "WiFi" is used informally to describe any wireless LAN signal or connection. WiFi works using a modem and a wireless router that broadcasts the data signal. Computers with wireless adapters are able to pick up this signal and log on to the wireless network to access the Internet. more »

Setting up a network to share a DSL connection has never been easier. Wireless networking technology allows for setup that is as simple as plugging the router into the wall and the modem, then running the software configuration. The automatic network configuration tools of today's operating systems eliminate the need to manually... more »

Decades ago, most families could not fathom the thought of having a computer in the home. Computers were large, bulky instruments seen only at work. The invention of the personal computer has made it very possible to have computers in the home. Computers in the home are used for numerous reasons--emailing, school work, instant... more »

Setting up a home wireless network can add Internet browsing to almost every area of a home. Instead of dragging cables to various locations, you can choose to connect wirelessly. With a few simple tools and suggestions, you'll learn how to set up a wireless network. more »