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Wireless Product Equipment - Network Routers, Access Points, Adapters and More

A wireless network may contain several different types of equipment. Use this guide to learn about each type of network equipment including routers, access points and adapters.

DSL and Cable Modem Internet

DSL and cable modem broadband Internet services continue to grow in popularity worldwide. In the U.S, research suggests cable will continue to remain more popular than DSL for the foreseeable future.

Wireless Adapter Cards - Wireless Network Adapters

Several types of wireless adapter cards are available to network with desktop, notebook and handheld computers and also with game consoles or other home entertainment equipment. Wireless adapter cards allow these devices to communicate over WiFi.

How to Ping the IP Address of a Computer

Ping is a standard utility program available on most computers. A ping program sends test messages from the computer to a remote device over a TCP/IP network. Besides determining whether the remote computer is currently online, ping also provides indicators of the general speed or reliability of network connections. This article provides step-by-step instructions for how to use a ping program.

Change the Default Password on a Network Router

A network router contains a default administrator password set by the manufacturer. Manufacturers generally use the same default password for all of their equipment, therefore it should be changed immediately for network security reasons. Follow these instructions to change the default password on network routers.

Set Up Network Connections in Microsoft Windows XP

Follow these step by step instructions to set up network connections in Microsoft Windows XP. WinXP supports several different types of network connections.

Create New VPN Connections in Windows XP Step by Step

Follow the screenshots and instructions to set up new Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections from a Windows XP client to a VPN server.

Change the SSID on a Network Router

A network router contains a default SSID (network name) set by the manufacturer. Manufacturers generally use the same default SSID for all of their equipment, and changing this SSID is a good security practice. Follow these instructions to change the default SSID on network routers.