Network networking

For help setting up or troubleshooting your home network, try sites such as HomeNetHelp.com and Practically Networked. Both offer extensive how-to articles along with discussion forums and product information.

How secure is your new home network? ShieldsUp is a site that probes your system for vulnerabilities, providing detailed information about any weaknesses and what they mean. You can find similar security probes at Sygate Online Services and the Proxy Connection.

As usual, don't overlook Microsoft's Knowledge Base and other resources at support.microsoft.com. You'll find a wealth of information about Windows-specific networking issues there.

You don't have to look hard online to find good information about Internet security, either. For comprehensive coverage, try the CERT Coordination Center's Home Network Security overview. For a less technical overview, visit JiWire.

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Step 1: Prepare for installation Step 2: Install the wireless router Step 3: Configure the router Step 4: Install the wireless adapters

Step 5: Configure the wireless systems Step 6: Set the password Step 7: Set the SSID Step 8: Enable encryption

Step 9: Filter MAC addresses Step 10: Configure Wi-Fi systems Share and share alike Network networking

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