Almost all homes and establishments today own more than one unit of computer. That’s why there is a need for all of us to learn the simple steps in computer networking. A computer network is a system that allows us to retrieve files from another computer, lets us enjoy games against another person in the network, allows us to connect to just one printer, and so much more. Doing computer networking on your own can save you thousands of dollars from technical support bills of computer sales and distributor companies. With an internet connection and your computers in network, the advantages are just endless.
The things to consider in making a computer network are the hardware set up and the software set up. The equipments needed are readily available at IT solutions provider. When you have secured them, you’re ready to start.
Hardware Set Up
The first step is to secure every device included in the network. You must make sure that the internet is connected to the first computer before going to other computers. Follow these steps:
· Plug in a telephone line from the phone jack to the DSL modem (the device provided by your internet provider).
· Since this is a network, instead of connecting the computer directly to the internet, connect a Switch to the DSL modem. A Switch is available at your local computer store.
· A wire called CAT5 cable should connect to the DSL modem at one end and the other to the Uplink port of the Switch.
· Now that you have set up the first connection, you can now start connecting the other computers. Simply connect another CAT5 cable to the back of another desktop computer to an available port on the Switch. Do this to other computers if you have more.
· After you have connected the computers, turn them on to see if they work with the Switch. A green light indicates the connection is good.
This hardware set up is called Ethernet network. You can also connect notebook computers instead of desktop computers only.
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