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Q: What is a home network?
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Homework made easy
In the span of 20 years computers went from a novelty to a commonplace. Today, people bring home laptops from work. Kids have their own PCs. Plus, there's the family computer. At one time you could have 3 or more of these machines going at once. One system that could prove to be beneficial is a home network. These Local Area Networks (LAN) link up all of your electronic devices. This way you can share files, programs and send messages with no hassle. Itīs high tech family togetherness.
A network thatīs not too much:
A long with saving time, LANs can also save you some bucks. Linking up all the computers can save you the cost of buying multi peripherals like CD burners, printers and scanners. Plus, the same savings is translated when surfing the net. With a LAN network you would only need to pay for one internet connection. Plus, another household benefit is parents can monitor their kids browsing habits.
Ethernet equals easy access
One of the more popular LAN systems is called the Ethernet. This system uses Ethernet cables to connect all of the computers. Usually the best way to organize this system is to have everything feed into one central area called the Hub or the Network Switch. Devices like D-Link - DSS-24+ are perfect for handling a number of computers. When setting up this system make sure all computers can accept Ethernet Cables. If not adapters are available.
Bored with Board games?
Family game night can take on a whole new meaning with a LAN system. No more crowding around a tiny game board. Begging to take turns on a computer game console. Network games allow users to play from their own computer. They can be linked through any LAN system. However, before blasting off make sure all participating computers are fully connected.
Home Network Heartache
Just like anything you attempt to do in the computer world the best thing you can do is have lots of patience. Unfortunately, it's a rare occurrence when everything goes right the first time. Some of the more common home networking problems are: - Cables won't reach to every computer. - Not every computer is registering on the network. - Computers can't get on the net or access applications - Networking cards not properly installed
