Wireless / Networking - By Category
Networking Basics - Key Concepts in Computer Networking
A guide to the important concepts and technologies. The A-Z terms and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) lists span many essential topics, while other sections of this guide each focus on one core area of networks.
Wi-Fi Wireless Networks and Technology
Most agree that wireless networking represent the future of computer and Internet connectivity worldwide. Wi-Fi continues to be the pre-eminent technology for building general-purpose wireless networks.
TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol
TCP/IP is arguably the single most important computer networking technology. The Internet and most home networks support TCP/IP as the "language" computers use to find and connect with each other.
Home Networking - Setting Up a Home Network
Home networks can be set up with or without Internet access, using various combinations of computer hardware and software.
VPN - Virtual Private Networking
VPN solutions support remote access and private data communications over public networks as a cheaper alternative to leased lines. VPN clients communicate with VPN servers utilizing a number of specialized protocols.
Internet Access and Services
Get on the Internet, share broadband Internet or other connections among network devices, and take advantage of all the Web has to offer.
Peer to Peer File Sharing - P2P Networking
Peer-to-peer (P2P) networking eliminates the need for central servers, allowing all computers to communicate and share resources as equals. Music file sharing, instant messaging and other popular network applications rely on P2P technology.
Hardware - Network Gear
Computer networks may utilize hubs, switches, routers, adapters, cables and several other types of hardware equipment. Become savvy in how network gear works and how to use it.
Proxy Servers and Proxy Lists
On the Internet, proxy servers provide a way to visit sites anonymously. Proxy servers also provide network firewall, connection sharing, and caching technology for private networks.
Windows Networking
The Microsoft Windows family of operating systems support numerous networking technologies and features.
Networking With Apple Devices
Apple devices including Macs, iPhones, iPods and iPad support standard wired and wireless networking technologies, but they also utilize custom applications and some special techniques for networking with each other and with non-Apple devices.
Network Design for Homes and Businesses
Design considerations for computer networks cover a wide range of topics including layout, capacity planning, and security.
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Bluetooth is a specification for using low-power radio technology to link phones and computers over short distances without wires. Learn about Bluetooth technology to network cell phones, PDAs, and computer peripherals.
VoIP - Voice Over IP - Internet Telephony
With VoIP - voice over IP - service, consumers enjoy the convenience of a cell phone with the benefits of full Internet connectivity for telephony. The same Internet Protocol (IP) technology used in conventional data networks can be used to transmit voice and fax.
Practice Exams in Computer Networking
Learn about computer networking the fun and easy way, by taking this series of interactive question-and-answer quizzes / practice tests. These tests offer excellent practice for certification exams.