Home and Office Networking

Networking is a word which is synonymous with the internet, but this is not always true. When connecting two or more computers in your house or offices you can use either the wireless technology or the ether net. In both the cases the router connects two or more computers to the dial up or internet cable. The things that each computer needs to be a part of the net work are;

• Hard ware (router).
• Software to enable the applications to connect and run.
• A path to connect two or more computers.

The reasons for going in for networking your domestic or office computers are the same;

• The connected computers will help you access the data from a common server or hard disc.
• To share an internet connection.
• To share printers, scanners and other devices.

When you consider the advantages of sharing a network it is worth the cost of installation. The router will help multiple computers to connect via one internet connection; it is the router that directs the traffic between connected computers. Home network set ups need to be protected by a firewall.  A firewall is the software that protects your data from being accessed from outside computers. The data in your network is safe once you have a firewall installed; this ensures your home network security. The latest and less expensive way of connecting your computers is by using wireless networks which uses radio waves and thus allows you to move your laptop anywhere in the house without the headache of shifting wires.

Storage System Benefits

The storage system allows you security as well as large storage in the form of an additional hard drive. Networking in office is common but home networking is now becoming important to allow multiple users to use shared devices. This saves time and money, the thought of having two printers or two dial up connections is a waste of money.

Multiple computers, printers, fax machines and other devices can be connected to create a cost-efficient and convenient “home area network” (HAN) environment allowing for the sharing of these devices as well as files, games, etc.

Access the Internet, send/receive e-mail and faxes simultaneously anywhere in the home where there is a connection via technologically advanced wiring – all of which can be customized according to individual needs and preferences.

Enjoy the luxury of working at home with conveniences of an office connectivity environment.
Multiple connections are made possible for simultaneous voice and data transmissions
(phone, fax, computer) while benefiting from the efficiencies of high-speed Internet access.

By incorporating a router with an integrated firewall, users can browse the Internet with much improved built-in security from potential hacker intrusions.

Utilizing the highest speed rated wiring allows for the fastest transmissions of large files such as
MP3’s, multimedia and online-networked gaming.