Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Things You’ll Need:
- Server
- Routers
- Security software
- Connection wires
Step1
Know that internal LANs allow related and authorized users to share information on a local network. Connect multiple computers within your home or organization. Allow users to easily share important information, programs and the Internet.
Step2
Designate one computer within your LAN area as your server. Use a computer that won't likely be moved since it will be the focal point of your internal LAN. Keep it in a safe and secure location.
Step3
Purchase and install a router. Attach either a wireless or another type of router to your server. Run the software that comes with the router, such as the Belkin wireless router and software. Follow the directions and hook up appropriate wires between your Internet connection, the router and your server.
Step4
Make sure you have a connection to the Internet. Check other computers to setup internal LAN. See if you can connect to the network from each computer in your LAN. Realize if you set up a wired LAN, you need to run wires throughout your organization or home to connect computers to the server. Run wires through air conditioning vents to avoid drilling into walls, hanging wires against walls or running them along the floor.
Step5
Add a firewall to your server and to computers on your network to setup internal LAN. See that some routers come with security features, including firewall protection. Use password protection also when installing your router to keep outsiders from accessing your internal LAN.
Step6
Understand that some LANs include computers located around the world, but users on those computers are authorized to enter and utilize the LAN. Find also that many LANs are connected in multiple ways (e.g., satellite, wireless and Ethernet).
