Computer Networking

Ventrilo is a VoIP (voice over internet protocol) communications software that allows people to talk to each other in real time. This is a popular program used by players of multiplayer games such...

An unshielded twisted pair cable (or UTP), more commonly referred to as Ethernet cable, is used to connect devices to networking equipment such as routers or switches. While you can buy premade...

Windows simplifies the process of setting up a wireless network for homes and small businesses. But several factors can cause a network connection to stop working or to never be connected in the...

Creating a shared folder on a Windows computer is a simple process. Whether you choose to share the folder with multiple users on one computer or across a network of computers, you can create a...

If you work in an office or on a computer connected to a large network such as those found on college campuses, chances are your workstation is on a client/server network. Using such a network...

A networked printer functions like a local printer but with the added convenience of being able to print from multiple devices. To install and use a network printer in Windows 2000, you should use...

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a networking service that allows computers to download an IP (Internet Protocol) address and other configuration settings automatically when...

Wireless Internet is popping up everywhere lately. WiFi is readily available at many bookstores, coffee shops and shopping malls. According to a 2009 MSNBC article, several airlines are even...

When we think of a computer, what comes to mind is the monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer and all that goes into making up the system. However, the actual "computing" part of a system is the CPU...

Samba is a Linux application that allows for sharing files, cd/dvd-rom drives and printers easily between Windows and Linux computers. You can easily set up a simple file server using Samba.

Sharing files and folders between computers on a LAN (Local Area Network) has become a great convenience. No more running back and forth from computer to computer with CD's or thumb drives. Just...

The .net extension has been an increasingly common extension for Windows files since Microsoft announced the .net framework. The name of the extension implies that the files are used for...

Free wireless high speed Internet (WiFi) can be found in places like airports, hotels, coffee shops, pubs, and even some outdoor settings like parks and beaches. New developments in wireless...

The ZoneAlarm security company, which is most well-known for its free firewall program for computer users, also has a wireless router available for networking computers together in your home or...

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a way to automatically configure computers to connect to a local area network by assigning them an IP address from the server. DHCP servers also...

How often have you found yourself trying to send a link in an email and it just pastes as just normal text? If you are like me then this happens all the time. When this occurs people start to...

Here are some places to locate free wifi hotspot if you are traveling, on the road and not at home.

Cheap Wireless Routers are perfect to use if you are simply using them in your home or apartment. If you are on a tight budget, the best wireless router may not be the newest or have the most...

WS_FTP is an application that allows you to log on to file transfer protocol (FTP) sites. This assists you in downloading free applications to your computer. In addition, you can upload files to...

Increasing the range of a wireless device can appear to be a mixture of engineering and black magic. But there are five variables that can be optimized to increase the range of a wireless signal:...

Wireless "hot spots" in coffee shops as well as the WiFi service provided by hotels are becoming more prevalent in the U.S. In many cities in America free wireless Internet service is being...

These days, identity theft and web theft runs rampant. So, it is important to be sure of the security of a web business before purchasing from them or providing them with any kind of personal...

To "ping" a computer or to ping an IP address simply means to query that IP address to see if there is a response. If a response returns via the ping, the IP address on the pinged computer is...

Installing a dial-up modem will allow the computer to access the Internet via a dial-up connection. Dial-up Internet connections use an existing telephone line to "dial out" to an Internet service...

Gmail has a feature that allows you to send bulk mail to a group of people vs. having to send out individual emails. This feature can save you hours of having to type one email address in at a...

Converting a USB connection to an Ethernet connection is the easiest way to make a computer or laptop Ethernet-network ready without having to install an Ethernet card. USB to Ethernet...

There are times when you have a Internet Protocol (IP) address and would like to know the Domain Name Service (DNS) name attached to it. You may see an unknown log in attempt in your log files,...

Connecting a wireless router to your DSL modem converts your wired broadband signal into a wired and wireless signal. Devices without wireless capability can plug into the router for a wired...

A network bridge is a Windows connection setup that allows you to connect 2 or more local area networks both wireless and wired into 1 network. This bridge allows multiple computers to communicate...

A proxy server acts as a middleman between two networks. One network is typically the public Internet, the other is often a group of client computers sharing a single Internet connection. In...

One of the best things about laptop computers like the PowerBook is their ability to connect wirelessly to the Internet from just about anywhere. Airports, coffee shops, even your couch--you name...

Tracert (short for traceroute) is a network diagnostic tool that can be used to determine where network problems are located. This can be a useful tool to figure out why you can't connect to...

Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and other web browsers use small text files called cookies to keep track of information such as passwords, login names and time zone data.

Internet access no longer requires a telephone line. Currently, broadband options provide reliable, faster connections that are always available and aren't limited by land lines. Cable modems...

The MacBook Air is advertised by Apple as the world's thinnest notebook because of its lack of a CD drive and peripheral ports, such as an Ethernet port. As such, the 3-lb., less-than--inch thick...

Setting up a home or office computer network can require several components for proper function correctly. One of the more commonly used of these components is the ethernet hub. But for those...

The term "air card" is another way of describing mobile or wireless modems in U.S English. Air cards typically connect to laptops, providing users with Internet on the go.

With all the point-and-click web creators out there, and low-cost hosting from services like GoDaddy.com and Register.com, it's easier than ever to create a personal website for family or business...

The adoption of wireless technology in the desktop and notebook computer field has been amazing. Perhaps the best known of these technologies is WiFi, with WiMAX, Bluetooth, Verizon's EVDO and...

An Internet protocol (IP) address is a logical numerical marker used for identification on the Internet and other networks. It allows other devices, such as servers, network hardware like routers...

Telnet (Telecommunication network) uses the TCP/IP protocol (port 23) to establish connection to a remote system, for instance, a remote Unix/Linux machine. Telnet opens a terminal (shell) and...

Need to know what DNS server you are using but have no idea how to do it. It is very easy and simple to do if you follow these steps.

Internet service has come a long way since its humble beginnings. Personal and public Internet service makes it easier to get online regardless of where you are. The airline industry, well-known...

GPO, or Group Policy Object, software is software deployed for a set group of users or computers on a network. Instead of installing and maintaining the software separately for each computer or...

Although the term "patch cable" or "patch cord" may be used by some to refer to any type of data or electrical short cable, it is generally accepted that a patch cable refers to an ethernet cable.

Kerberos is a security protocol invented by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for computer networks. Using key encryption, Kerberos allows both client and server to mutually verify...

Malware is a broad term for programs with malicious intent. Spyware is a type of malware that tries to obtain personal information through underhanded means. This information is then given to...

An ISDN (integrated services digital network) modem allows the user to connect to the Internet via a dedicated telephone line that is just for that purpose. ISDN connections are similar to DSL...

An Ethernet connection can be used to connect to high speed DSL or cable Internet connections. Ethernet connections can also be used to connect to Local Area Networks (LANs) to access and share...

Malware protection is built into many programs and is a standard security feature for Internet Explorer, Firefox and Windows Vista, among others. Free spyware and adware protection is available...