Network Setup Window

Admin | November 24, 2011 | Comments Off

Network Setup Window

Network Setup Window

A home network allows you to share an Internet connection, printer and programs between several computers. Connecting your computers via a local area network or LAN is a great option if you have more than one computer that needs to be online at one time. You can even use your home LAN to play online or LAN based games.

Map the Layout

The most common network is an ethernet wired network but, you can also choose to set up a wireless network. To set up an ethernet network you will need to establish a physical layout of all devices that will be on your network. First, determine if all of your computers, printers and other devices will be in the same room. If so, you will need to choose a central location for your Internet modem and network router. Measure the distance between each computer and the router location to determine the length of ethernet cables to buy. If your computers are in different areas of your house, then plan to drill holes for the cables to pass through in order to reach from the computer to the router. As you measure the distances between your computers and the router make sure that you follow along the walls instead of a direct path across the floor. You want to make sure that the cable will not run across the floor creating a trip hazard.