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General networks, including LAN (ethernet, cable modem, DSL), dialup (modems), WAN (frame relay, ATM), and other related networking technologies.

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Questions Answered By Expert Ralph Becker
In Category General Networking/Lan/Wan

Subject	Date Asked

Cat6E cable	11/21/2009
Q: What is the distance limitations on a category 6E cable from switch to desktop. Pushing 1gb to ... A: and thanks for your question. According to this article: ...
Internet	11/3/2009
Q: In Our college Internet provided in a LAB,ALL PCs connected in LAN,& have WIFI access also,but then ... A: and thanks for your question. It's actually very common to provide different ways to connect to a ...
2nd Wireless Router/WAP	11/2/2009
Q: I'd like to install a 2nd wireless access point to my existing network for public access to the ... A: and thanks for your question. In fact, you should use the same SSID on both of your access points. ...
wireless internet suggestions	11/1/2009
Q: i currently have my PS3 upstairs one room away from my wireless g route. PS3 only supports wireless ... A: You will be the best network performance if you go with a wired connection. If performance is a top ...
NIC not visible - not internet connection	10/30/2009
Q: I bought my son a new computer less than 6 months ago. It's an HP desktop running Vista. We had it ... A: and thanks for your question. Based on what you're saying, most likely there is a hardware problem ...
ethernet driver not working	10/25/2009
Q: I have the 3c905b-tx network card and I'm running Windows ME (not by choice lol) I went to 3com's ... A: Sorry, but Windows ME is a terrible OS and driver problems are very common. However, the 3Con cards ...
Wireless router randomly stopped working?	10/20/2009
Q: I want to first say that all experts ahs always had teh answers I needed, so I hope that strign can ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, Google tells me that "ZWA3006" is a Zonet antenna, not ...
Wireless Network Cards Cause PCs To Restart	10/9/2009
Q: I recently installed a wireless network card into a desktop pc. However, the PC then started ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like the device driver for your network adapter has a ...
Prepaid phone card for skype	10/2/2009
Q: I registered on skype. I would like to use skype for calling home phone or mobile because I have ... A: and thanks for your question. Skype does not allow use of calling cards for outgoing calls. If you ...
Making an ethernet cable	9/23/2009
Q: My ethernet cable is working properly now, so I don't have a poblem. But I do have a question. Is it ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, the wire configuration, or "pinout", of the cable is very ...
Ethernet Connection	9/21/2009
Q: I'm not sure if such a device exists, but I would like to transmit an Internet signal from the ... A: One thing you can try for no (or low) cost is to move your wireless router. Sometimes, a small ...
Ethernet Connection	9/18/2009
Q: I'm not sure if such a device exists, but I would like to transmit an Internet signal from the ... A: and thanks for your question. I have a Wii, and it connects to my wireless network just fine. This ...
Loss of Internet Connection	9/15/2009
Q: I'm connected to the Internet using a broadband cable modem and a Netgear router. The router is ... A: Since rebooting the router fixes the problem, it has nothing to do with "the router not recognizing ...
home network	9/10/2009
Q: Currently I am using a LinkSys router at home. My range is about 60-80 feet. I would like to have ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, there are things you can do to extend the range of your wireless ...
Adding a separate wireless router to an existing network	9/10/2009
Q: and thanks in advance for taking the trouble to answer my question. I work for a small educational ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it's actually pretty easy to add a wireless access point (WAP) ...
Actiontec GT701-WG	8/28/2009
Q: I just set up my gateway so my wife's computer can connect and while setting the admin password, I ... A: and thanks for your question. Resetting (rebooting) the router will not change the admin password. ...
adding another router	8/13/2009
Q: An existing router (buffalo type g wireless with adsl modem) is at one end of the house, because the ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can use a second wireless router as a Wireless Access Point. ...
wireless internet	8/7/2009
Q: I have a Dell Inspiron 640m. I got a virus so I completely reinstalled Windows XP on my computer and ... A: and thanks for your question. I hope my answer doesn't have too many things you've already tried! ...
laptop	8/6/2009
Q: I have a desktop and a laptop that are hooked up to the internet. I have another laptop that I would ... A: and thanks for your question. I need more information before I can address your question. What ...
Mysterious "Internet Gateway"	8/5/2009
Q: Today I happened to be viewing my Windows XP computer's Network Connections and I saw something I ... A: and thanks for your question. After a bit of research, I think I have an answer. This appears to ...
RJ 45 splitter	8/4/2009
Q: I have a modem from cox cable, using cable internet. There is only one rj 45 port on it, Is it ... A: and thanks for your question. No, you cannot use an RJ45 physical splitter cable. Unfortunately, ...
monitoring Tool	8/3/2009
Q: I am working for 1 educational institution as a systems support & uses ADSL Broad band router for ... A: and thanks for your question. It's not simple to block BitTorrent. The protocol uses a series of ...
Internet Speed/Routing	8/1/2009
Q: First, thanks for donating your time to help. It really is appreciated. My main question is, will ... A: and thanks for your question. If you are currently directly connected to your internet connection ...
internet	7/31/2009
Q: I'm going to visit my mother for a month and she doesn't own a computer. I'll be taking my laptop-- ... A: and thanks for your question. Here are some options for you: - Leaching. This one is hit or miss. ...
Nic Card	7/24/2009
Q: I am in the process of writing a NIC driver.. and i like to know what is the difference between MAC ... A: and thanks for your question. The MAC address (Media Access Control Address) have a specific and ...
Laptop to Desktop networking	7/8/2009
Q: Hey Ralph ! I'm trying to network my Laptop (running Vista# with my desktop PC #running XP) to be ... A: and thanks for your question. File (& printer) sharing is pretty straightforward, but it's easy to ...
WiFi to ethernet	6/19/2009
Q: I was wondering if anything had ever been invented to take a wireless access point, and run Ethernet ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, what you want is available and is actually pretty common. It's ...
Internet Not working ok	6/11/2009
Q: I am having trouble with my internet at my apartment and I do not know what to do. So the main issue ... A: and thanks for your question. You say you live in an apartment, and that may be the problem. It ...
Router Reconfiguration	6/5/2009
Q: My AT&T DSL modem was repaced today and I have to reconfigure my D-Linc router to allow my two XP ... A: It may be as simple as resetting the router. Try powering it off, wait 30 seconds, then back on and ...
Expanding network	5/27/2009
Q: You answered a question for me on 11/20/07 where you suggested setting up a wireless access point in ... A: You are exactly correct. You can connect a switch (sometimes called a hub) to one of the wired ...
ARP	5/27/2009
Q: Kindly tell me about gratuitous ARP? A: and thanks for your question. Taken from: ...
2wireless lan cards connectivity no router	5/22/2009
Q: i am using pc to pc networking(between 2 computers only) with wire lan card but now i need wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you should be able to share an internet connection. TO do this, ...
Modem and TV/Computer conntections	5/13/2009
Q: I just had ATT installed in my home phone, cable Tv and internet. We could not use the RG wires in ... A: and thanks for your question. You are exactly correct. The best and easiest thing to do to share ...
Can't see Local Area Connection	5/12/2009
Q: I have upgraded a copy of Windows 2000 to Windows XP Pro SP2. I have installed the proper network ... A: and thanks for your question. It's very unusual not to see a "Local Area Connection" under Network ...
cat 5e capabilities	5/5/2009
Q: Please forgive me for what is going to be a very basic question. I've had a hard time finding a site ... A: and thanks for your questions. Cat 5e (or Cat 5, Cat 6) is a classification for computer data ...
Wireless connection issue	4/23/2009
Q: First I would like to thank in advance for taking the time to read and respond to my inquiry. I ... A: and thanks for your question. The error message you received in Internet Explorer seems very ...
Data Security regarding commercial ISP and VPN	4/16/2009
Q: Mr. Becker, I have recently began to use VPN (L2TP) with a proxy via Ethernet connection. Am I ... A: and thanks for your question. The way VPN works is that once you establish a VPN connection, all ...
air card	4/14/2009
Q: I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask the question. If not I'd appreciate if you could ... A: and thanks for your question. What you want to do is theoretically possible, but is almost ...
Connecting to the internet	4/13/2009
Q: we just got a cable connection and have been having trouble connecting. Have talked extensively ... A: and thanks for your question. Here are a few things to try: - If you can, try another computer in ...
subnet mask	4/13/2009
Q: what are the importance of subnet mask address to a local area network A: and thanks for your question. The subnet mask actually defines what subnetwork that an IP address ...
Cannot get router connected	4/10/2009
Q: I appreciate your help. I've tried 2 different routers already and i cannot get my connection ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry to hear you're having such a hard time! Then first thing to ...
IP address is differnt, which i can used	4/5/2009
Q: sir i am checking my computer ip address two ways (1)I go to website and check my ip addres ... A: and thank you for your question. If your computer is directly connected to the internet without a ...
Baud rate issues	3/25/2009
Q: I have a problem regarding usb to serial com1 cable being compatable to old software i use to ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry to say, but I don't think there's going to be an easy answer to ...
wan	3/18/2009
Q: I am trying to set up an additional wireless computer to my home network. It is asking for a WAN/WEP ... A: and thanks for your question. You can find your wireless networking key in your router. Most ...
2 segments in a home network	2/11/2009
Q: I have a question. Here are the details of the current network setup: I have Optimum Online with 1 ... A: and thanks for your question. What you want to do is no possible with a consumer-grade router such ...
share an internet connection	2/11/2009
Q: my mum has tiscali broadband and a wired modem tha plugs into her tower via usb cable. Would it be ... A: Unfortunately, you can't just install a "Y" cable and share an internet connection. First of all, ...
simple Lan	2/5/2009
Q: My girlfriend recently found my Warcraft 2 install cd and after i told her its premise, she stated ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can use the router to create yoru own LAN. It should be ...
Are network jobs in danger of being outsourced?	1/28/2009
Q: I've been interested in IT for years but have kept myself away because of all the outsourcing. I ... A: and thanks for your questions. I don't think that any IT jobs are truly 100% safe from outsourcing. ...
Wireless Printing	1/27/2009
Q: I am going to buy a printer soon and I would like to be able to go wireless. I have a laptop with ... A: and thanks for your question. You really have 2 choices - buy a printer with wireless capability ...
i need help	1/19/2009
Q: i am network specialist and i have been graduate for one year having BSIT . i am looking for job in ... A: and thanks for your question. It can be difficult to break into IT. Even with certifications, many ...
Difference between straight and Cross Cable	1/18/2009
Q: Can u explain to me the difference between straight and cross cable? and when to used this both ... A: and thanks for your question. I will assume that you are asking about ethernet network cables, but ...
Home network	1/16/2009
Q: He installed a new modem which is then connected to a wireless router and then back to a hub through ... A: and thanks for your question. You have been shown that the internet connection is literally up to ...
Limit speed on PORT 2, 3 & 4	1/16/2009
Q: i want set the port speed limit on my D-Link router DI-604UP so the max speed of each one is 1M ... A: and thanks for your question. I downloaded the manual for the DI-604 and it looks like ti does not ...
Wireless network	1/14/2009
Q: am currently have a wireless network but am moving to a different building which is much bigger ... A: You can install up to 11 WAPs onto one local network, but it's a good idea to use as few as ...
Wireless network	1/14/2009
Q: am currently have a wireless network but am moving to a different building which is much bigger ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, your wireless device, a WAP54G, is not a router, but is ...
Demostration thru drawing	1/13/2009
Q: Pls. saw me the way how to network games using switch or hub distributed to my 10 pc? and pls. try ... A: I'm not sure I fully understand your message, but I'll try to answer your questions as best I can. ...
Demostration thru drawing	1/11/2009
Q: Pls. saw me the way how to network games using switch or hub distributed to my 10 pc? and pls. try ... A: and thanks for your question. Here is a diagram of a very simple network: ...
Connecting two wireless routers	1/7/2009
Q: I just recently purchased a new wireless router for my home wireless network. I now have two ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry I did not reply sooner. I never received the usual question ...
what is needed to set up a wireless network between 3 buildings	12/19/2008
Q: I'm currently looking at providing wireless Internet to 3 buildings(20-30 users). I've currently ... A: and thanks for your questions. You're right, you can't have it all. You will be making tradeoffs ...
xbox dns	12/3/2008
Q: My configuration is as follows. modem---switch---PC(xp) .The 5 port switch (linksys ezxs55w) also ... A: If the "modem" you have is a cable modem, then the problem is simple. You cannot share a cable ...
"wan ip and lan ip in the same subnet!"	11/12/2008
Q: Trying to install a new router (Netgear WPNT834) on my Windows XP PC. I can use installation CD ... A: and thanks for your question. Basically, the LAN is the connections in your house, both wired and ...
Problem with LAN Connection	10/14/2008
Q: I have a problem. For the past week, I have been trying to set up a small connection within my ... A: If you're not getting internet access on either computer, then something is fundamentally wrong. ...
Problem with LAN Connection	10/13/2008
Q: I have a problem. For the past week, I have been trying to set up a small connection within my ... A: sorry to take so long to respond, but I did not receive the email notification of your follow-up ...
extending a port off of my DSL Adapter to another room	10/12/2008
Q: I have an AT&T 4 port adapter for my DSL. Currently my Wife & I use the same office in our house to ... A: and thanks for your question. The standard for CAT5 cable is 100 meters (about 330 feet), so ...
Problem with LAN Connection	10/12/2008
Q: I have a problem. For the past week, I have been trying to set up a small connection within my ... A: and thanks for your question. The problem is that you are using a switch to try to share your ...
2 Networks	10/7/2008
Q: I have 2 Lan networks Network "A" using Leased line connecting antoher locations Network "B" ... A: and thanks for your question. You can set things up so that "A" can see "B", but you will need a ...
extending my lan	9/26/2008
Q: i would like to ask about extending my home network! i am currently using a wireless router with ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can do what you propose. If you one of the connect the 2nd ...
Building a big network	9/6/2008
Q: I have a building (13 floors) that needs to be set-up with a wireless network. This network needs to ... A: and thanks for your question. You are correct that scaling up to a network this size has its issues ...
Setting up a WLAN from a LAN connection	8/25/2008
Q: In my flat, to access the internet, I plug an ethernet cable into my PC, which I then connect to a ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes it should be possible. All you should need is a wireless network ...
belkin router	8/21/2008
Q: l bought a belkin router off ebay it worked fine when l first got it had it now for a few months and ... A: and thanks for your question. It may be that your Belkin router has a problem with its software, or ...
Wirless printer use	7/17/2008
Q: I have a new printer that isn't network ready. i want to know if there is a way to get an adapter so ... A: You mentioned that you have a Linksys router. If the router already has wireless capability, then ...
Wirless printer use	7/17/2008
Q: I have a new printer that isn't network ready. i want to know if there is a way to get an adapter so ... A: and thanks for your question. The answer is yes - you can buy a device that will let you connect ...
Is there any problem in Router?	7/9/2008
Q: 30 computers have connected on LAN via dynamic IPs providing by Linksys Rounter WRT54GR. All are ... A: Go to this page: ...
Is there any problem in Router?	7/8/2008
Q: 30 computers have connected on LAN via dynamic IPs providing by Linksys Rounter WRT54GR. All are ... A: and thanks for your question. I have seen a similar problem in the past, and it was related to the ...
Networking wired and wireless	6/7/2008
Q: I have a question about networking a wired PC with networking a wireless PC. I have a office ... A: and thanks for your question. You can connect computers both wired and wireless on the same ...
Telephone Extentions	5/23/2008
Q: Are there specific strength and quality needed in long extension cables to enable telephone and ... A: The problem is the quality of cable. Unless you are using a good quality data cable, like a CAT5 or ...
home networking risks	5/20/2008
Q: hope you can help. My work provided me with some wireless networking kit. Meaning I could share my ... A: and thanks for your question. Wireless LANs operate at a rather low power, and the energy of the ...
Telephone Extentions	5/19/2008
Q: Are there specific strength and quality needed in long extension cables to enable telephone and ... A: and thanks for your question. The limiting factor will be the internet part of the cable. If you ...
Can you make a LAN with nothing but two computers with wireless cards?	5/14/2008
Q: A friend of mine and I will be traveling in Europe for a few months together. We'll both have ... A: and thanks for your question. A 2-computer wireless LAN is a bit tricky. If you have a wireless ...
internet	5/7/2008
Q: that is please explain this matter to me: suppose I have an dsl connection of 256 kb/s for one ... A: and thanks for your question. No matter what your internet connection speed (bandwidth), you can ...
networking	5/4/2008
Q: How do I network 2 computers together? A: and thanks for your question. This is kind of a vague question, but I'll take a guess that you have ...
Router WiFi	4/24/2008
Q: Mr. Ralph, How many wireless connection can support a router? What kind of wireless router or AP, is ... A: and thanks for your question. I think that a standard 802.11g (54Mb/s) router or wireless access ...
Can you please tell me who designed the site?	4/20/2008
Q: WHOIS information for: teeshaslandofodd.com: [whois.schlund.info] % The data in the WHOIS database ... A: and thanks for your question. There's no way to tell who designed the site from the WHOIS ...
wireless router.	4/9/2008
Q: We have an extended network with 3 computers. One of the computers is in a workshop about 100 feet ... A: and thanks for your question. You should be able to just use an ordinary wireless router and ...
How to make calls on internet	3/27/2008
Q: I have an internet cafe.I want to etablish overseas telephone calls on internet would you please ... A: and thanks for your question. The most popular Voice over Internet service is Skype: ...
Network internet connection through Comcast Modem and Hub	3/27/2008
Q: My roommate has comcast internet through cable. I want to be able to use the internet as well. I ... A: and thanks for your question. You have the right idea, but the wrong device :) Instead of a hub or ...
answer the question	3/21/2008
Q: What is an HTTP Cookie? A: and thanks for your question. A cookie is a string of text that is stored at the request of a web ...
connection speeds	3/12/2008
Q: I have ADSL. I erformed a speed test and it returned with 1270 bps downoad and 206 kbps upload. Are ... A: DSL service can be purchased at a variety of speeds. The highest speed available depends on where ...
Use of Ethernet cable as T1 patch	3/4/2008
Q: I am trying to verify or refute the following. I have been led to believe that one should not use ... A: and thanks for your question. I think that the problem is not the physical construction of the ...
remote desktop connection	2/25/2008
Q: I have an ADSL access point modem at my home that Valid IP address is assigned on it. Also two PCs ... A: and thanks for your question. A good way to do remote access is through a web service. This works ...
Fibreoptic/cable	2/25/2008
Q: What is the difference betwenn an ethernet router and an adsl router? My son moved into an apartment ... A: and thanks for your questions. In basic terms, a router is a device that looks at data coming into ...
cable installation	2/24/2008
Q: Thank You for your help Jack A: Jack, and thanks for your question. The "correct" way is usually the most difficult and expensive. ...
upgrade LAN architecture	2/21/2008
Q: I want to upgrade my internal network. Right now I have 20 workstation, 7 linux server. It's a small ... A: What you should do to upgrade depends on how much growth you expect. You're at a point where if ...
how to connect????	2/19/2008
Q: how can i connect to a wireless LAN connections with a desktop computer???? A: and thanks for your question. The basic hot-to of wireless connection is here in this Microsoft ...
cat 5	1/28/2008
Q: what are the color combination of cat 6/5 cable for the straithg connection and what are for the ... A: and thanks for your question. You usually only need straight-through cables - most decives ...
slow lan	1/22/2008
Q: we have lan network in our hostel.we get internet connection via same lan thru college server.but ... A: and thanks for your questions. If you are sharing an internet connection, you are pretty much at ...
Connecting from far	1/22/2008
Q: How can i access my computer HD from far, for example, i want to access my comuter in my home in ... A: and thanks for your question. If both computers are on the internet, then I have a free solution ...
SNMP	1/22/2008
Q: What is SNMP & SNMP TRAP PACKETS? A: a nd thanks for your question. Here's a good article on SNMP: ...
LAN troubles	1/21/2008
Q: I have a belkin wireless adsl modem with wireless G router. It worked perfectly with my tiscali ... A: and thanks for your question. If you're not sure what went wrong, your best bet might be to just ...
Adding new printer	1/21/2008
Q: My family has two desktop computers (no wireless) and three wireless laptops that can each connect ... A: If the printer is network capable, then once you connect it to the network, everyone on the LAN ...
wireless networking	1/18/2008
Q: I have experienced a problem in that, my laptop is well connected to the Internet using wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. The most obvious thing I can suggest is to disable Kaspersky and see ...
Wireless Router Connected to Router.	1/6/2008
Q: I have a quick question, I know a lot about computers but servers and networks, nothing! I want to ... A: and thanks for your questions. My apologies for taking so long to reply - I never received the ...
router for PC laptop and iMac desktop	12/15/2007
Q: I currently have a desktop iMac (6 years old) running OS 10.3.9 and plan to buy a PC laptop for my ... A: and thanks for your question. You should be able to use any new router for your network, and both ...
Sharing DSL connection without using a router	12/14/2007
Q: How can I Share my DSL connection so that other can access PC's the internet without using a router? ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to share your internet connection as you ...
structured cabling vs. wi-fi	12/12/2007
Q: what are the advantages and disadvantages of structured cabling compared to wi-fi A: and thanks for your question. In general, cabling is more costly to install, but is faster, ...
UTP-CAT6	12/8/2007
Q: I have a LAN connection for one PC through UTP CAT 6 which is almost distance of 50 meters, actually ... A: and thanks for your question. Ethernet cables use pairs 1-2 and 3-6. Here's a diagram: ...
port sniffer software	12/6/2007
Q: i am looking for a software which will log all data communicated by a program on my machine to / ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, sorry for taking so long to respond - I never received ...
Network Design	12/5/2007
Q: what is AAA mechanism? A: and thanks for your question. You probably mean the AAA protocol. AAA stands for "authentication, ...
nosie co worker	11/29/2007
Q: can they find out what I am doing when I am on aol? Thanks A: and thanks for your question. The quick answer is that your employer can track and control any of ...
... requires elevation	11/28/2007
Q: I am trying to install a wireless router for my home computers. The main computer is running Windows ... A: and thanks for your question. This problem is caused by User Account Control in Vista. There is a ...
wireless	11/23/2007
Q: I just got a used laptop and it has a microsoft plug in card for the wireless setup. I need to set ... A: and thanks for your question. If you install the MN720 card, then Microsoft Update should ...
How to hook up a LAN	11/22/2007
Q: I have a router working for my laptop and desktop.....how do I make a LAN between my computers??? A: and thanks for your question. It's pretty simple is you already have a router installed. If your ...
wired/wireless network configuration	11/20/2007
Q: I have somewhat of a complicated question but will try to keep it as simple as possible. I ... A: and thanks for your question. You certainly can add wireless capability to your LAN. In fact, you ...
Lan connection is not connected	11/14/2007
Q: I have bought a laptop model Latitude \|D520. I have installed WinXP Professional with service pack ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like the ethernet (network) adapter in your new computer is ...
one wired one wireless	10/20/2007
Q: how do you share the same printer on one laptop that is wired with a earthnet cable to a wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. You can run multiple computers either wired or wireless to one ...
DSL & Linksys router	10/12/2007
Q: I have a computer that I received from my work and it does not have a modem. I have DSL and a ... A: and thank you for your question. You do not need a modem. However, if the computer does not have a ...
wireless connectivity	10/11/2007
Q: How can i connect two laptops without cables. Both have wireless lan card. Pls suggest Thanks in ... A: and thanks for your question. You don't say whether you want to connect the laptops to the internet ...
Routers, Switches etc	10/2/2007
Q: I was wondering wether you could help me with the following problem, sorry to trouble you. I have ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can definitely do what you are asking about. This is ...
Home network	10/1/2007
Q: I currently have my main pc connected to the internet via cable. I also have a DLink router so that ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, any computer that you want to communicate on the internet using ...
networking	9/23/2007
Q: I need help!!! have 4 comp. connected to router. the problem is when 3 comps are connected to ... A: and thanks for your question. You've done good work to isolate the problem to one computer that ...
ethernet card	9/20/2007
Q: Okay, I am a real dork with computers. How can i tell if I have an ethernet card in my computer? Iam ... A: and thanks for your question. Most desktop and laptop computers sold within the past few years have ...
2 routers?	9/18/2007
Q: I currently have a wireless router set up in my home. I have a finished detached garage that has a ... A: and thanks for your questions. Yes, you can do this. I do this in my house - I have a wireless ...
Dial-up speed	9/5/2007
Q: I am new to computers and the internet and have a dial-up connection (56kbps). My question is when i ... A: and thanks for your question. This is a common confusion among dial-up users. The speed of your ...
ethier net driver	9/4/2007
Q: changed my modem and driver for ethier net can not be found.It is a compaq and tried everything to ... A: There are a number of ways to find the correct driver for your ethernet adapter. If the adapter is ...
Hey Ralph, why can't they make it easy?	8/29/2007
Q: Greetings fellow expert. I recently set up a wireless network at my home. I have a D-link ... A: and thanks for your question. It should be easy! Vista should not be a problem. Here is a ...
IT advice	8/23/2007
Q: I am looking into pursuing either a Master's degree in a computer related field or working on ... A: and thanks for your question. I have strong, mixed feelings about certifications. On the one ...
General DSL question...	8/14/2007
Q: Ralph: Computer specs: Have a Dell Dimension 8400. (Pentium IV with 1 gb RAM. Has ethernet.) ... A: and thanks for your question. You have it pretty much right. You will need to buy (or rent from ...
Increasing the speed of dial-up to that of cable -- possible?	8/13/2007
Q: Quotes from http://groups.google.com/group/sci.electronics.basics/msg/0c013cf5371da8dc?hl=en& : ... A: and thanks for your question. Theoretically, it is possible to use these technologies to achieve ...
network requirements	8/12/2007
Q: i had recently purchased a wireless router from linksys with speedbooster and i was wondering if it ... A: and thanks for your question. If you want to take advantage of all the features of the ...
configuring	8/10/2007
Q: how to configure a welltech ip telephone set A: and thanks for your question. The software and documentation for setting up Welltech products can ...
Wireless is not working...	7/19/2007
Q: We have a power failure a couple of weeks ago, and since then our wireless router is not working, if ... A: and thanks for your question. If you have already tried resetting the wireless router back to ...
Going wireless	7/12/2007
Q: I'm looking for some general advice. I am a 3D animator who works freelance at home. I have a small ... A: and thanks for your question. While you certainly go wireless, I would recommend against it. ...
Does length of Lan cable make a difference??	7/11/2007
Q: My system will work fine with a 25ft lan cable to a router but when I change to 50 ft(so cable ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, length does matter, but 50 feet should not be a problem at all. ...
PLZ help me connec t to lan	7/7/2007
Q: Me and my Dad have been wanting to play C&c 3 tiberium wars for quite some time now we have 2 ... A: and thanks for your question. Playing a LAN game is fun - and pretty easy to set up, especially if ...
conecting 2 wireless routers	7/5/2007
Q: im writing because i have a question, i have 2 wireless routers, a D-link Dl-524 and a Linksys ... A: - You would use a crossover cable to connect the router to the WAP. - Computers would get their ...
conecting 2 wireless routers	7/5/2007
Q: im writing because i have a question, i have 2 wireless routers, a D-link Dl-524 and a Linksys ... A: and thanks for your question. You can use both devices in your network, pretty much as you ...
NETWORK SHARING	6/21/2007
Q: I just got my second computer yesterday. They are both connected to the same modem wirelessly. I ... A: and thanks for your question. Start with this document from Microsoft: ...
Ethernet communication limit	6/20/2007
Q: I have heard that using ethernet cables longer than 15 meters causes unreliable connections. Is this ... A: The limit for CAT5 and CAT5e is 100 meters, and you can double that by putting a hub in the middle ...
network install	6/14/2007
Q: I have a small computer upgrade / repaid business that I started a few months ago and have been ... A: and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, this is a questions without a definitive answer. On ...
How to connect a LAN to a WAN	6/10/2007
Q: first, thank you so much for providing this site and your services! This is great site with good ... A: and thanks for your question. Most commonly, a router will have both LAN and WAN interfaces and it ...
WEP?	6/3/2007
Q: I have two Macs and two PCs on a wireless network system. How can I prevent outsiders from ... A: and thanks for your question. Using encryption on your wireless network is a very good idea. It ...
Forgot Access Password	6/2/2007
Q: have forgotton the password used to set up the wireless acess in my house using D-Link Wireless G ... A: and thanks for your question. If you can't remember your password to your router, then you will ...
home network	5/16/2007
Q: Think I spoke to you before regarding my wireless network setting up with the D-Link DSL-G640T and ... A: I'm glad I was of help previously. In this case, it's probably a problem with the Workgroup name. ...
Desktop Connected To DSL Modem	5/15/2007
Q: My desktop currently connected to DSL modem via ethernet. Will system still remain functional if I ... A: and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, no, it is very unlikely that your work elsewhere. ...
High Latency Times on Home Network	5/10/2007
Q: I have a home network, a GT701-WG router with a 1.5Mb down/512 Kb up DSL connection, connecting 4 ... A: and thanks for your question. You are wise to want to stop BitTorrent. If that computer users is ...
macadress	5/9/2007
Q: how i can find the macadress of network card befor the acces point A: and thanks for your question. You can find the MAC address of your network card by clicking Start > ...
FTP is secure	5/4/2007
Q: FTP thing for sharing of files. It seems to me that FTP is very secure, especially if you are ... A: What you have stated is correct. Even without AD, you can set up a local account to have very ...
wireless print server	4/30/2007
Q: I have a wireless network I set up with a D-Link DSL-G604T ADSL modem/router that works well, but ... A: I checked the DLink Product page for the DP-G301: ...
Setting up a home network	4/30/2007
Q: I have a broadband adsl modem and a d-link wireless router. I would like to browse internet using ... A: It depends on how you are trying to communicate between the computers. Usually, people are using ...
Setting up a home network	4/29/2007
Q: I have a broadband adsl modem and a d-link wireless router. I would like to browse internet using ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you are almost there! I would suggest using the ...
setting up a router	4/27/2007
Q: I work in a small office where there is a cable connection for Internet access and credit card ... A: and thanks for your question. The safest thing to do is to get a wired-only router and run a ...
Setting up wireless network	4/17/2007
Q: I currently have DSL hooked up to my computer in my gameroom. But now that my daughter is getting ... A: Yes, once you have a connection to the wireless router, you can move that computer. Usually, you ...
Setting up wireless network	4/16/2007
Q: I currently have DSL hooked up to my computer in my gameroom. But now that my daughter is getting ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can use a wireless LAN setup as you describe. All you need ...
2 connections	4/6/2007
Q: My ADSL service uses automatic IP addressing, but I would like to use my laptop at work also, work ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, if you don't already have one, I strongly suggest that ...
changing modems	4/5/2007
Q: the direction on the modem i got from at&t speedstream 4100 ethermet adsl modem says i must ... A: and thanks for your question. I infer from your message that you are upgrading to a DSL internet ...
router slowing me down?	4/2/2007
Q: I'm paying for the "DSL Pro" service from SBC that is supposed to provide download speeds of up to 3 ... A: and thanks for your question. I think you were on the right path - you need to take the router out ...
2 dsl modems on 1 phone line	3/30/2007
Q: is it possible to have 2 dsl modems on 1 phone line it would be 2 seperate broadband providers A: and thanks for your question. No, you cannot have more than one DSL modem on a single phone line. ...
Network troubleshoot	3/30/2007
Q: I have two comps: user1(XP SP1) and user2(XP SP2). User1 connects directly to a broadband internet ... A: and thanks for your question. The best way to share your broadband connection would be to buy a ...
Ethernet for the home	3/29/2007
Q: I need to know how to go about setting up my laptop and 2 pc's to one router,which involves ... A: and thanks for your questions. It's actually easier than you think. All you need to do is connect ...
LAN pc 2 pc	3/29/2007
Q: pl. may I know cables connected, crossed or normal pc 2 pc A: and thanks for your question. If you are trying to connect two PCs back-to-back, you need to use a ...
cables	3/27/2007
Q: what cable do i need from the filter to the router. A: I'm not sure what you mean by a "filter". Usually a filter is used on a DSL or Cable internet line. ...
Speed downloads and uploads	3/23/2007
Q: my question is a fairly simple one: Why does my download speeds doesn't reflect on my connection ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, you need to ensure that you are measuring the correct ...
slow internet speed	3/19/2007
Q: Im at my wits end and Ihope you can help.IM with bt and I should be getting 5.5 or 6mbps according ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, you need to ensure that you are measuring the correct ...
Router constantly disconnecting	2/26/2007
Q: I have a Belkin 54g standard router and am now experiencing difficulties in connecting to the ... A: and thanks for your question. Since you have to reboot the computer to get things working again, ...
LAN Internet sharing.	2/26/2007
Q: please consider the following scenerio. I've 2 PC's. and they are connected with cross cable.On my ... A: and thanks for your question. I think the problem may be the default gateway address on the second ...
no connection	2/23/2007
Q: Recently I encountered a problem with my computer. After I installed a Skype upgrade, I got the blue ... A: and thanks for writing. Since you got a blue screen and presumably had to reboot at that point, it ...
Suddenly unable to access shared drives on peer to peer	1/26/2007
Q: Greetings, My problem is probably pretty simple but I can't find my way to the answer. I have ... A: and thanks for your question. It's an unfortunate truth that sometimes things get messed up in ...
Wi/FI Conection	1/14/2007
Q: Running Windows/XP/Media D-Link DWL-G550 PCI Wireless Adapter Using Windows as my wireless network ... A: and thanks for your question. You can never be 100% secure, but there are steps you can take. ...
WIRELESS LAN	1/11/2007
Q: I have a bridge connection [LAN] in my server through switch [my internet is DSL], and I have 4 PC, ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in responding - I did not receive your question ...
LAN system	12/22/2006
Q: I am about to interview for a job that will require the supervision of a small LAN system to ... A: and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, it's probably impossible for me to give you all the ...
Ethernet Controller Driver	12/20/2006
Q: I have an HP Pavilion a230n and I had to reformat the HD. I installed Win XP Pro but now I cannot ... A: and thanks for your question. Go here: ...
CAT5E and CAT6	12/19/2006
Q: 75% of my home is wired CAT5E. I've been considering buying a gigabit switch to run at gigabit speed ... A: and thanks for your question. The quick answer is that CAT5E is sufficient for gigahertz ethernet ...
Null cable	12/18/2006
Q: Which wires do yo connect to make a cross over cable to hook 2 computers together using NIC A: and thanks for your question. A "null modem" or "cross over" ethernet cable will cross the transmit ...
Internet	12/17/2006
Q: I have a windows 98 hp. I was recently using dial-up internet, and now I have cable internet. My ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, once you have things hooked up correctly, you will NOT ...
Unusual Wireless Network Porblem	12/16/2006
Q: This is really strange... i've got a dell inspiron 6000 series laptop with integrated wifi adaptor.. ... A: and thanks for your question. I happen to have the exact same laptop and wireless adapter as you, ...
Help with my router connection	12/15/2006
Q: My description is a little long, so be prepared for a long read! Sorry for it though! I’ve been ... A: It certainly sounds like you have covered all the bases. Everything I could think of to try, you ...
port forwarding	12/15/2006
Q: I have 2 servers (one for voice the other data) behind a linksys router connected to the internet ... A: Naturally, each computer has its own IP address, and that is what I was referring to. That said, ...
port forwarding	12/15/2006
Q: I have 2 servers (one for voice the other data) behind a linksys router connected to the internet ... A: and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, you cannot forward the same port to more than one IP ...
networking a printer	12/12/2006
Q: I have a HP 990cse printer hardwired to my desktop. My wife has a laptop networked by a wifi ... A: It is probably true that the printer cannot be connected to a network directly. However, you will ...
modem trubble	12/2/2006
Q: i have purchased a netgear WGT624 v3 and it came with no install cd. (it came off ebay). i have a ... A: and thanks for your questions. First of all, if you don't have it already, please download the ...
NETWORKING	11/30/2006
Q: what is the difference between the LAN's and WAN's? A: and thanks for your question. A LAN, or Local Area Network, is a collection of computers and other ...
wifi	11/29/2006
Q: I have a PSP and my friend, who lives down the road has a wireless router which I have permission to ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to boost a remote WiFi signal. A directional ...
Sprint Wireless Card & New Laptop	11/28/2006
Q: I am thinking of getting a Sprint Wireless Card with a laptop that I am going to purchase. Do you ... A: and thanks for your questions. The Sprint wireless card is a fine option - the speeds are adequate ...
network home	11/27/2006
Q: I have a linksys router for wireless & wired computers.I am wireless to my laptop and I would like ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you are in need of an ethernet network adapter for ...
Catagory 5e Network Cable	11/15/2006
Q: And I think I understand what you're saying. My notebook has the network cable and phone cable ... A: Just to clarify, you have 3 computers already connected together and they are able to communicate ...
Catagory 5e Network Cable	11/15/2006
Q: I only have dial up available where I live. I have XP, 56K modem and have 2 computers on a network. ... A: and thanks for your question. The eBay seller gave you accurate information. The problem is the ...
wi fi connection	11/12/2006
Q: I think there is wifi in my area. How can I connect my Dell dimension 4200 desktop to this? Is it ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, a warning. You should not connect to a Wireless LAN ...
Rural Area issues	11/11/2006
Q: We are moving to an area a few miles (about 4) outside of our city (200,000 people). We have already ... A: and thanks for your question. It is possible to get broadband via satellite. Here is one provider: ...
internet access without proxy	11/6/2006
Q: i have a broadband connection without username/password . i want to access multiple System at a time ... A: and thanks for your question. You probably can't just plug a switch into your DSL modem and then ...
sharing DSL	11/4/2006
Q: My son has a desktop computer in this room downstairs and has DSL. I have a laptop upstairs and ... A: and thanks for your question. It's easier than you think to share your DSL connection. Basically, ...
laptop's LAN connection	11/2/2006
Q: I have a desktop at home with verizon dsl. I also have an IBM laptop with centrino. I have always ... A: and thanks for your question. The "A network cable is unplugged" error is a common problem in ...
Networking internet	10/31/2006
Q: -----Answer----- Hi again Chuck, According to the product description: ... A: For the most part, one network adapter is as good as another. Feel free to try the cheapest one ...
Networking internet	10/31/2006
Q: At my house we have 2 computers. One is downstairs and the other is upstairs. The motem and wireless ... A: According to the product description: ...
network connectivity issue	10/30/2006
Q: I have 4 pcs at home running xppro on a network thru a DLink DI804HV router. All hass been good ... A: and thanks for your question. The "A network cable is unplugged" error is a common problem in ...
Networking internet	10/30/2006
Q: At my house we have 2 computers. One is downstairs and the other is upstairs. The motem and wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. I assume that the "thing" you're trying to get working on your ...
Wireless IP	10/28/2006
Q: I have a desktop and a wireless laptop. I messed up the IP's and now the laptop won't go wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. Each network interface must have a different IP address. The ...
I want to disconnect my service from allvantage	10/27/2006
Q: need phone # to allvantage to disconnect my service A: and thanks for your question. You can call custoemr support at 401-667-7500, Monday through Friday ...
sharing of the lan	10/12/2006
Q: i have a lan connection to my pc and i'm planning to buy another pc. so how can i share my lan for ... A: and thanks for your question. It's actually pretty easy to share your internet connection. All you ...
how can use internet in two computer	10/10/2006
Q: i have two computers both r connected to cross cable network. my question is how can i connect both ... A: and thanks for your question. If you want to share your internet connection, you need a device ...
Core Switch	10/10/2006
Q: Could you give me details on what a "Core Switch" is, its function and how it works in the network? ... A: and thsnks for your question. A switch is a device that filters and forwards packets between LAN ...
XP network/workgroup om cable modem?	10/9/2006
Q: I helping a friend setup a new computer to replace a PC that is older, slower and out of space. Both ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, you should have this friend back up all the data on ...
Using a Switch along with my router?	10/8/2006
Q: I use and Asante 4 port router to share my cable connection at home. One of the ports has ceased to ... A: and thanks for your question. You can absolutely use your switch. You can even attach a switch to ...
2 dsl routers on 1 phone line	10/6/2006
Q: I currently have a dsl modem/router in the main house. The guest house shares the same phone line. ... A: and thanks for your question. If your guest house is not too far away, and you have line-of-sight ...
Wireless card network	10/5/2006
Q: I use a sony ericsson gc89 wireless card for my laptop,to access the internet. I also have a ... A: and thanks for your question. Your laptop and your desktop both probably have an ethernet adapter ...
Data Transmission Media	10/4/2006
Q: Although most data transmission media transmit data at a rate almost as fast as the speed of light, ... A: and thanks for your question. The basic answer is synchronization. When data is transmitted, the ...
home wireless networking	10/4/2006
Q: before I get to involved with alot of (probally) basic questions, do you have a good knowledge of ... A: and thanks for writing. Yes, I am familiar with wireless networking. Here are some intersting ...
Lan	10/3/2006
Q: Sir, I would like to know if there is any way if I could access the server from the other computers ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to remotely access and control a computer on your ...
ADSL Router info	10/3/2006
Q: I have this Aztech DSL3100R Router connected into my LAN's switch and small network with Server and ... A: and thanks for your question. I found the product information page for your router: ...
Remote Desktop	10/2/2006
Q: Hi! Its me again! thnx for your answer in my previous question... I have another question... is it ... A: Yes, what you want is possible. You would need to buy a device that would be connected to a phone ...
How to network DSL	9/30/2006
Q: I have a Westel DSL modem currently connected to 1 computer and I am now adding a second computer. ... A: and thank you for your question. By all means, you should share your internet connection using a ...
Networking a printer	9/29/2006
Q: I have a HP Deskjet 9800 hooked up to my computer at work. I want to share this computer with ... A: and thanks for your question. Forst of all, if your printer is network-ready (meaning that it has a ...
Remote Desktop	9/29/2006
Q: Hi! I'm Jam from philippines... i just want to ask that if it is possible to connect to a remote ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to remotely access and control a conputer without ...
connections missing	9/27/2006
Q: i have just reinstalled windows and noticed that there is no local area conections or 1394 ... A: and thanks for your question. If your ethernet and 1394 hardware is on the motherboard of the ...
Sharing a Wireless Internet Connection	9/25/2006
Q: Ralph, Thanks very much for your prompt reply. I'm going to try this after work this evening, and ... A: In the direct-crossover case, the gateway IP address on the laptop should be the LAN address of the ...
Sharing a Wireless Internet Connection	9/25/2006
Q: I have an atypical networking situation that I need help with. I live in Alpine, Texas. Our local ... A: and thanks for your interesting question. My first thought is to try to connect your antenna ...
Switch	9/21/2006
Q: Do both types of switches have ARP table?Can you tell me what is the difference between a managed ... A: Both managed and unmanaged switches work the exact same way, except the managed switch can be ...
Infrastructure Test Labs	9/20/2006
Q: I'm wondering if you or any of your contacts can help me find information on or about coming up with ... A: and thanks for your question. A test lab is certainly a good thing to have, but as with most ...
Switch	9/20/2006
Q: Can you tell me what is the difference between a managed and an unmanaged switch? A: The difference is that managed switches (and other networked devices) can be access remotely using a ...
Wireless internet?	9/17/2006
Q: not sure if I’m asking the right person here (if you can’t help, can you point me to someone who ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, the laptop has to have a Wireless LAN adapter installed ...
subnetting	9/17/2006
Q: First of all I hope you have a good day. My LAN is configured as the following: W3K server ... A: and thanks for your question. In fact, a router or other device with multiple IP addresses will ...
Connecting a laptop	9/16/2006
Q: I bought a gateway 2000 solo 2300 at a rummage sale. I recently purchased a cardbus network card. ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you installed an ethernet Network Adapter Card. This ...
STP	9/15/2006
Q: this is my question : what is the meaninig of "Per-port basis"? thanks morteza ramezanzade ... A: and thanks for your question. It's hard to give you a definitive answer without some context. ...
loopback address of multiple nics on the same machine	9/11/2006
Q: my question is: what is the loopback address of each network adapter when more than one exists on ... A: The loopback address is 127.0.0.1 for all interfaces. The ethernet protocol requires that all ...
Wireless Networking	9/11/2006
Q: I have created a wireless network at home that link the main computer to another computer ... A: and thanks for your question. You can use your main computer to act as a switch for your wireless ...
connecting two computers	9/7/2006
Q: I have an old desktop at home and the cdrom is broken (I think the driver is corrupt). I also have ... A: and thanks for your question. Sharing a CD drive is possible. First, connect both computers to the ...
Computer reference on internet	8/27/2006
Q: Sorry if this question is not your exact area. Not sure which group to ask, so I have to start some ... A: and thanks for your question. Each computer has a serial number, often several of them, but these ...
Problems connecting DI-524 router to cable modem	8/24/2006
Q: I recently bought D-link's DI-524 wireless router. The computer connected to the internet is ... A: and thanks for your question. I have some ideas you can try. First of all, you need to be running ...
Hooking up a router for internet	8/22/2006
Q: I'm trying to hook up a router so I can use the internet on 2 computers. I'm having problems trying ... A: and thanks for your question. You shouldn't need to configure your DNS and other settings in your ...
Sharing files and printers	8/21/2006
Q: I have a wirless router and i want to access my printer installed on my desktop. How do I add this ... A: and thansk for your question. First of all, you already have all the hardware and network pieces in ...
Home Network	8/21/2006
Q: I have a Windows 2000 computer and would like to share/get files/network with a Windows XP computer, ... A: and thanks for your question. It's not very difficult to share files between two computers. If ...
Log into computer in another city? & IE7 buttons	8/19/2006
Q: I have a network setup with a server in Houston (six computers) and I am going to need to access ... A: and thanks for your questions. Let me start with your IE7I don't know! I stopped using IE a long ...
file sharing	8/18/2006
Q: I would like to connect my laptop to my home pc so that i can share files both ways...i don't have a ... A: and thanks for your question. It's not very difficult to share files between two computers. If ...
Hooking up my notebook to my internet.	8/17/2006
Q: How do I connect my Notebook to my DSL.Also How do I go wireless? A: I assume that you already have DSL and that you already have a computer connected to it directly. ...
Connecting Two Computers	8/13/2006
Q: I was wandering if i have two computers in two different rooms, can i connect these computers to my ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can share your internet connection. What you need is a ...
WAN	7/31/2006
Q: explain the wide area network A: and thanks for your question. Simply put, a WAN is a network of computer or other devices that are ...
networking	7/28/2006
Q: s. the make and modle is netgear dg834gt A: and thanks for your question. Normally, you cannot use a DSL modem/router with cable internet. ...
Using Router As Modem?	7/26/2006
Q: I was wondering if it is at all possible to use just a netgear router without the broadband modem ... A: and thanks for your question. I think you are probably out of luck. Your ISP most likely requires ...
LAN Network	7/24/2006
Q: Thw company I do work for has a DSL network and it is really slow. I think part of the problem is ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in responding, but I did not receive the usual ...
DNS installation....!!!	7/23/2006
Q: Followup To Question - hello Mr. Ralph, I hav a problem..... well i dont want to publish my ... A: There are many choices for DNS servers. I suggest some reading on the subject. Here are some great ...
share adsl connection.	7/23/2006
Q: i have 2 pc,s both winxp.both with onboard lan connections.i have one usb adsl modem.i am trying to ... A: and thanks for your question. I highly recommend that you use a device called a router to share ...
DNS installation....!!!	7/22/2006
Q: Ralph, I hav a problem..... well i dont want to publish my website on world wide web, i just want ... A: Yes, a simple DNS server is built in to Windows XP. However, this will not help you - you would ...
DNS installation....!!!	7/21/2006
Q: Ralph, I hav a problem..... well i dont want to publish my website on world wide web, i just want ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible. What you need to do is have access to a DNS ...
CAT5E cable length problem	7/20/2006
Q: I have a problem with the length of a cat5e cable. In using a 25 foot cable, my ethernet works fine. ... A: and thanks for your question. A CAT5 cable should be good up to 100 meters, or a bit over 300 feet, ...
IP to MAC	7/17/2006
Q: one more question remains and I would really appreciate your help. I'm currently working on a ... A: You are correct, each ethernet device must have its own internal MAC address. This is generates at ...
IP to MAC	7/16/2006
Q: On the ethernet, when a packet needs to be sent, the MAC address of the host and destination is ... A: and thanks for your question Each ethernet device is required to generate a unique mac address upon ...
DSL cable	7/16/2006
Q: Irecently went to DSL I wanted to hook up another computer for the kids to use but the modem cable ... A: and thanks for your question. If the cable will not fit, then your computer may not have an ...
cell delineation-ATM	7/15/2006
Q: This period i am reading about ATM.I came up with a fuction of ATM called cell delineation.From what ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you are correct. Cell Deliniation simply means the method by ...
Networking	7/14/2006
Q: I want to know the entire configuration that needs to be done on two pc's when transferring files ... A: and thanks for your question. It is very sraightforward to share files and folders between two ...
Connectin DSL to laptop	7/11/2006
Q: Have DSL connected to desktop. Want to also be also to use it on my laptop. Disconnected cable ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, I highly recommend that you get a router. A router ...
LAN wire connection	7/9/2006
Q: I just wanted the procedure of how to connect a Laptop and a PC with the help of a LAN wire, both ... A: and thanks for your question. It is very sraightforward to share files and folders between two ...
Lan Board	7/9/2006
Q: My nephew is visiting and for a month or so we will share my cable connection. Last night everything ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, check to make sure that your network cable is OK. Swap ...
T-1 Throughput	7/7/2006
Q: In communications, aren't we using 10 "bits" per "byte"?Assuming no compression is possible, how ... A: Typically, Bytes are 8 bits, but they do not have to be. See: ...
T-1 Throughput	7/6/2006
Q: Assuming no compression is possible, how long does it take to FTP a 1GB file over a T-1 connection? ... A: and thanks for your question. This is simple math. A T1 link has a raw throughput of 1.544Mb/s. ...
Connecting Wireless Routers Together	7/6/2006
Q: The home/home office network we have setup does not seem to allow for connections to just a single ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can have multiple wireless access points in your house. The ...
resetting switch for network to speed up	7/6/2006
Q: Ok I have a network with 16 users a win2000 server a hp print server , a symantec firewall a ... A: and thanks for your question. I suspect that there is either a hardware problem, or a device has ...
Wi-Fi Connection	6/20/2006
Q: Ralph: This is a very basic question. I believe that a number of cities in the US offer free Wi-fi ... A: and thanks for your question. It's actually pretty simple, but there is a lot of variation in what ...
LAN	6/20/2006
Q: Ralph We recently got Verizon fiber optic ("FIOS") for our home internet access, and they installed ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, congrats on getting FIOS. I've heard good things about ...
Cable modem	6/17/2006
Q: Is it possible for a cable broadband signal to be week over a long cable span or with to many ... A: and thanks for your question. You cannot use a cable booster for the broadband part of your cable ...
limited or no connectivity	6/14/2006
Q: iam using winxp on my p3 system . i am using cable net for accessing internet . from few months my ... A: and thanks for your question. This error is caused by windoes not being able to establish a ...
email sending	6/14/2006
Q: I'm working away from home at the moment and need to access my email via the wireless lan at work. ... A: and thanks for your question. Most likely you need to change the server you are using for outgoing ...
Visitor's IP Address	6/10/2006
Q: I need to show visitor's IP address upon my site. I know VB.Net up to intermediate level. Kindly ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a couple of ways to extract a visitor's IP address. The ...
broadband	5/27/2006
Q: I have just gone from dialup to broadband. A dish to a radio tower. I bought a wireless Linksys ... A: and thanks for your question. If you are able to connect to the router, you should be able to get ...
atomic time	5/27/2006
Q: A big boss at a company where I work as a customer service rep recently put me down emphatically and ... A: This is a good idea! It's too bad that managers don't want to implement ideas like this out of ...
Multiple Wi-Fi	5/22/2006
Q: I use the Wi-Fi card in my Windows laptop to stream iTunes audio to my stereo via an Airport ... A: and thanks for your question. Actually, you should be able to do the multiple tasks using a single ...
Laptop	5/19/2006
Q: I bought a Dell Latitude C640 laptop computer,used. It does not have a wireless network card. I have ... A: and thank you for your question. In general, you can use any Wireless LAN (WLAN) card you like. ...
Wireless laptop to Network - cannot see other computers	5/18/2006
Q: I have an existing home network. #1 computer is wired to the D-Link router, #2 computer is wireless. ... A: abd thanks for your question. It may be simply that File and Printer Sharing is not installed or ...
Wireless Access Point Config	5/15/2006
Q: Just acquired a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point from a third party. I am unable to configure the ... A: and thanks for your question. Since you received this WAP from a 3rd party, my first suggestion is ...
network set up with a linksys switch and wireless router	5/15/2006
Q: Mr. Becker, I am setting up a network at my jobsite trailer. I had a 4 port linksys w/wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. To directly answer your questions: 1) Yes, you can connect the ...
Network Printing	5/14/2006
Q: You recently advised that I can use a parallel connection for a printer up to 50 feet away. That was ... A: Mike, I checked the specs and the maximum length for USB cables is 5 meters, or about 16 feet. ...
Network problem	5/11/2006
Q: For a local radiostation in Belgium I need to create a network between two locations in the centre ... A: and thanks for your question. Actually, a cable is probably not the answer. An ethernet cable will ...
problem with using ethernet 70 metre length cable	5/8/2006
Q: Ralph Becker Thank u very much for your immediate response. As mentioned i am using the same CAT 5 ... A: I am assuming that you want to run a cable part of the way to the remote node, install a switch ...
DSL ROUTER - HOW TO ACCESS 70 METRE LENGTH CABLE.	5/7/2006
Q: 07/05/06 Dear Sir Please refer D-LINK Model DSL-524T I can access the intenet by using the ... A: and thanks for your question. I have used cables up to 100 meters on standard Ethernet without ...
Cable getting slower	5/4/2006
Q: I've noticed that my bandwidth (cable modem) has decreased slightly once that I have used a generic ... A: and thanks for your question. The cable modem you use should not affect your bandwidth. The speed ...
WAN/Router/Switch usage	5/3/2006
Q: Ralph, We had a Linksys router hooked to a cable modem and 3 computers hooked to the router. I was ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you absolutely can connect another switch to another port on the ...
TCP/IP Packet size	4/27/2006
Q: What are the TCP/IP packet sizes in LAN, WAN and MAN? A: and thanks for your question. The maximum packet size (also called the MTU, or Maximum Transmission ...
PC to PC connection via broadban and dialup	4/26/2006
Q: Ralph, Is there a way I could phone a dialup modem in a remote office to gain a vpn connection ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you should be able to do this. Windows comes with a feature ...
Wireless ( Linksys WAP54G )	4/19/2006
Q: wanted to setup a wireless network using a WAP54G , but i don't know what to do , i've bought an LAN ... A: and thanks for your question. Your WAP54G is not a router, but is designed to connect to an ...
Ethernet	4/18/2006
Q: i was wondering if you could explain to me what ethernet is. Many thanks Rachel A: and thank you for your question. Ethernet is a way for computers located in the same physical ...
Different between Hub and switch in lan	4/16/2006
Q: whath is different between a hun and a switch what is a manageable swith dose how telenet works ... A: and thanks for your question. A hub is a simple ethernet repeater. It has not intelligence built ...
network confusion	4/10/2006
Q: Followup To Question - Ok i will try to keep this as simple to follow as possible. I have a ... A: Here is a trick for you. Instead of rebooting, you can force your XP boxes to just get a new IP ...
Home Networking	4/9/2006
Q: Can you point me to simple instructions on how to set up a network at home. I would like to be able ... A: and thank you for your question. Setting up a home network to share an internet connection is very ...
network confusion	4/9/2006
Q: Ok i will try to keep this as simple to follow as possible. I have a network of 5 computers win xp ... A: It certainly sounds like you've been through the wringer with Vonage! You have my sympathy. I ...
network confusion	4/9/2006
Q: Ok i will try to keep this as simple to follow as possible. I have a network of 5 computers win xp ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, I will assume that your VoIP service, Vonage, is your ...
Improving my network	3/30/2006
Q: I have a sort of general question about my home network, and how to improve it. I am a 3D computer ... A: and thanks for your questions. As you have already guessed, upgrading your LAN will involve ...
connecting a router to my computer	3/30/2006
Q: when I type in 192.168.1.1 on my browser it connects but I don't get anything on the screen, this is ... A: and thanks for your question. Here are some suggestions: - Power-cycle the router (unplug it, wait ...
Dell Powerconnect 2216	3/29/2006
Q: I have a new Dell powerconnect 2216. I was wondering if you know if I can use this as a router. I ... A: and thanks for your question. I lookekd at the product page for the 2216 here: ...
network adapter	3/26/2006
Q: I am trying to install high speed internet, using the cd that came with the service it says theres ... A: and thanks for your question. If the computer is not seeing a network adapter, there are a number ...
Internet Connection	3/22/2006
Q: I moved my desktop from one apartment to another apartment in a different city. I was using cable ... A: and thanks for your question. Sometimes, things just go wrong with Windows networking. What almost ...
FTP	3/22/2006
Q: HOW TO CREAT FTP FOLDER? WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO PERFORM FTP? A: and thanks for your question. I'm not really sure what you're trying to do here. Can you please ...
Subnets	3/20/2006
Q: I was under the impression that if you have a 255 in an octet of a subnet mask that the ... A: and thanks for your question. The key difference between the two scenarios you describe is the ...
Standard to use	3/20/2006
Q: I need to make a network point. Inside the wallport there are color patterns for the A and B ... A: and thanks for your question. Nearly all wiring installations use "A", or EIA/TIA 568A. Here is a ...
low wireless internet signals	3/19/2006
Q: I have just bought a new laptop for business purpose, so i can show my products to my customers, ... A: and thanks for your questions. You don't say what kind of wireless network you are talking about. ...
Connection using modem	3/19/2006
Q: I have a laptop and a PC. Now I would like to connect my pc to the laptop. I canâ€™t do that using a ... A: and thanks for your question. It depends on several factors: - How fast does the connection needs ...
to get home internet on to computer	3/14/2006
Q: i have a pc set up at home i have put a router on it so i can have my blue yonder broadband put on ... A: You do not have to install the broadband software on the laptop at all. In fact, it should be very ...
Remote Access	3/8/2006
Q: I would like to remotely access my office computer from home. Both use XP OS (one Home Edition & one ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you should be able to access your home PC remotely. You will ...
leased line modem	3/1/2006
Q: Ralph, I have two questions as follows: 1. is a modem operating with 9.6kpbs a V.29? 2. can a ... A: and thanks for your question. V.29 is an ITU standard (Approved in 1988) for synchronous 4,800, ...
modem plus router setup	2/28/2006
Q: We're( my sons actually) running XP Pro.We are connected to the internet using a wireless Navini ... A: and thanks for your question. You are right when you say that there should be one and only one ...
Home network can't see computers	2/21/2006
Q: There are 3 computers in my home, 2 running XP and 1 running 98, I am using boradband router ... A: and thanks for your question. Windows XP and Windows 98 use a built-in Windows function called ...
4-port cable router problems	2/21/2006
Q: I have been trying to connect my two computers to my cable internet connection using the dynex ... A: and thanks for your question. You've already done most of the troubleshooting I would have ...
two-cpu network	2/20/2006
Q: I want to connect my MSW-XP laptop to my MSW-XP desktop for some file sharing. Used crossover cable ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, you have to make sure that you are using the correct ...
network	2/19/2006
Q: How can I connect my 2 printers from my main pc to my notebook that is connected through a wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. The answer lies in the built-in Windows feature called "File and ...
Connecting a switch to a router	2/17/2006
Q: I have a DSL modem Westell model C90-610030-06, then I have a Netgear wireless router model MR814 ... A: and thanks for your question. My initial thought was that you need a cross-over cable to connect ...
Wireless Range Expander	2/16/2006
Q: Im a student at a university, and i bought a wireless range expander (linksys wre54g) for my dorm ... A: and thanks for your questions. It may be that the WRE54G was not set to factory defaults when you ...
Large Subnet	2/16/2006
Q: Ralph, Thanks for you swift reply. There is one site with a DHCP scope for 5000 devices. Currently ... A: I disagree that the size of the subnet itself would have any effect on the speed of the devices. In ...
Large Subnet	2/16/2006
Q: Would having a large subnet on a network reduce the speed that the network operates at? There are ... A: and thanks for your question. 5,000 is a LOT of nodes for a single subnet. Of course, it depends ...
Switching between Home and Office LAN	2/15/2006
Q: My wife would like to be able to access our Home LAN with her corporate office Laptop. How can she ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can easily manage a Home and an Office network configuration ...
internet	2/14/2006
Q: I'm sure this a simple question for you but it is important I get a correct answer. I currently live ... A: and thanks for your question. As far as LAN internet access is concerned, you should have no ...
Cable Internet Filter	2/13/2006
Q: Ok so I read a tip that you answered VERY similar to my problem but i wasnt sure if it was the same ... A: and thanks for your question. You are absolutely correct, and the cable tech support guy was either ...
Cold Weather Affect On DSL	2/12/2006
Q: Ralph: I have noticed a dramatic change in the download and upload speeds during cold weather. By ... A: and thanks for your question. I agree that the temperature should not adversely affect the speed, ...
Interference in cordless phone	2/7/2006
Q: I have a wlan ad hoc in my home. When the internet is active and some one answer the cordless phone ... A: and thanks for your question. I had the same problem - I had a 2.4Ghz phone and I was having both ...
WAN connections	2/6/2006
Q: Ralph, Mom father runs a business in Miami, but spends time vacationing in several locations around ... A: and thanks for your question. What you need is Remote Control software. You can buy a package ...
Wireless router and Internet access	2/5/2006
Q: I have two computers set up to have wireless access to a Wifi Internet modem. The network worked ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you have a very frustrating problem! My first thought ...
wireless metwork	2/3/2006
Q: Trying to connect 2 laptops to my new netgear wireless G router.Both use WindowsXP. Installed the ... A: This is a common problem that is caused by a bug in Windows XP SP2. I was bitten by this one myself ...
connection	1/30/2006
Q: When I am using telnet to login into bbs, I know it's under TCP/IP. So what about that connection ... A: and thanks for your question. I don't fully understand your question - are you seeing an error of ...
routers and switches	1/26/2006
Q: what is the difference between a router and a switch if any at all A: Yes, routers and switches are different devices. Here are definitions from an online encyclopedia: ...
2 pcs 1 broadband connection	1/14/2006
Q: I have two computers (a desktop and laptop(connected occasionally)) with general pc configuration ... A: and thanks for your question. I have an easy answer for you - get a router! A router is a device ...
Wireless Internet	1/10/2006
Q: I'm currently networking with my dad. I have a dell inspiron 2600 notebook with a belkin 54g ... A: and thanks for your question. In order to share a wireless connection across a half mile, the first ...
internet connection	1/7/2006
Q: I believe the T-1 has a router all ready. (there is too much equipment there) As I also mentioned I ... A: It sounds like you are making a good physical connection, but there may yet be a problem with the ...
small office network	1/6/2006
Q: Will it work in a dsl workgroup environment? it is an old HP laserjet 4 printer and not ... A: There are about 15 different HP LaserJet 4 printer models. I encourage you to go to the HP web ...
small office network	1/6/2006
Q: I have DSL up and running and all three computers connected to Internet without any problem but they ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you have a network-capable printer that has a built-in ...
Joining computers	1/4/2006
Q: My new computer is a Dell XPS and it has an ethernet port, my old computer has an ethernet card I ... A: Ed. The cable that came with your DSL is almost certainly not a cross-over cable. Any cross-over ...
internet connection	1/4/2006
Q: I recently bought a used laptop. I can plug it into a friends cable modem and everything works fine. ... A: Since you were able to make a connection elsewhere, you know that the laptop is OK. That means ...
connecting lan to internet	1/3/2006
Q: My office just sign up for Broadband and I am having problem connecting my office LAN to the ... A: and thanks for your question. Your ISP has assigned you a block of 255 static IP addresses and you ...
Joining computers	12/31/2005
Q: Got a new computer for Xmas. First thought was to put old computer hard drive in new computer to ... A: and thanks for your question. One of the best ways to connect two computers is to use ethernet. ...
WAN	12/31/2005
Q: Ralph, I recently purchased dsl through Verizon and was sent a Westell 327w modem/router. I now ... A: and thanks for your question. You absolutely do not have to use any particular brand of wireless ...
My PC is not connecting to the network	12/30/2005
Q: Recently I upgraded my PC to a higher conguration of, 2.66 GHz INTEL Pentium, 865 GLV motherboard ... A: and thanks for your question. "Media Disconnected" is a low-level (hardware) error message. XP ...
wireless network	12/27/2005
Q: i have two computers at home , one is a desktop with a ethernet card and the other a laptop with a ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, once you purchase a Wireless LAN adapter for your computer, it ...
Network cabling	12/22/2005
Q: I have installed wiring in my apartment to one internet socket in each of three rooms, so I can use ... A: and thanks for your question. Sharing your internet connection is easy! All you need is a device ...
di-524 router WAN connection	12/20/2005
Q: I have a small router in my home-office network and would like to use the WAN input for connection ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry I did not respond sooner, but I did not receive the usual email ...
network wire	12/20/2005
Q: How to conect wire with RJ in both side. what color, and how? A: and thanks for your question. There are several different RJ standards, the most popular being RJ45 ...
Hi, I'm thinking of setting...	12/19/2005
Q: I'm thinking of setting up a home wireless LAN on my Windows XP (Japanese) and Windows ME (English) ... A: C., and thanks for your question. Most LAN hardware sold in the US uses English for its ...
Cable or Wireless Network	12/19/2005
Q: Ralph, The house is being renovated so we have the opportunity of installing network cables. Is this ... A: and thanks for your question. While it isn't necessary to wire a home, it certainly gives you a lot ...
d-link	12/18/2005
Q: I have a d-link 524 wirerless router used with dsl. When I connect my computer to the D-link I ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you're doing everything right. Just to review: - You ...
wireless network	12/18/2005
Q: I am currently connected to the internet via a USB broadcom modem. As my laptop is WiFi enabled I ... A: and thanks for your question. It would have been more helpful if you'd told me why you are "unable ...
Router unable to connect to adsl	12/16/2005
Q: I have recently purchased an adsl wifi-modem-router to replace a basic adsl router which I have been ... A: and thanks for your question. Most likely, and obviously, the new device has a different connector ...
Hi, I have cable modem...	12/14/2005
Q: I have cable modem service which I use for one machine. I now have two machines. How do I go about ... A: and thanks for your question. The answer is simple - you need a router. Here is a link that will ...
limited or no connectivity	12/14/2005
Q: Ralph, I have a home network consisting of several computers, video game consols, a camera and a ... A: and thanks for your question. You've done a fine job of troubleshooting this problem. You've ...
High speed dial-up	12/13/2005
Q: A lot of ISP's offer high speed dial-up (up to 7X faster) for a little more $$ per month. Are there ... A: and thanks for your question. The way that the "high-speed" dialup internet access works is the ISP ...
wireless lan	11/20/2005
Q: I an trying to set up my wireless home network with a Belkin wireless b/G router.Going through a ... A: and thanks for your question. It does indeed sound like a DHCP problem. Here are some things to ...
Can't get web server to work after replacing PC	11/11/2005
Q: I'm getting this POPUP message on my home PC when I set the single gateway. "Warning - Multiple ... A: and thanks for your question. The warning message you're seeing looks like it's appearing because ...
Adsl	11/8/2005
Q: I am trying to set up a wireless network in a family home in the French Caribbean. The dsl modem is ... A: Most routers you can buy in the US do not support USB at all, but rather have a ethernet (RJ45) ...
Networking	10/25/2005
Q: . I have a Dell 2400 computer with a wireless NIC on the 2nd floor of my house. On the first floor ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is likely that your are finding a neighbor's wireless ...
networking/speed	10/23/2005
Q: My question is concerning networking 5 computers. I live in a house, with 4 other university ... A: and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, you are pretty much out of luck. Yes, I know of Shaw ...
Printer Network Issue	10/23/2005
Q: I have a HP OfficeJet S135 in my downstairs office. Upstairs I have a Dell 2400. I have a cable ... A: and thanks for your question. I searched around and found this device: ...
files sharing problem	10/23/2005
Q: I'm trying to set back my home network ( after formating the laptop HD) but can not make PCs "see" ... A: and thanks for your question. Sharing files between computers on the same network is actually ...
blocking packets	10/22/2005
Q: i am using a broadband connection at home which limits me to only 200 mb downloads from 8am to 10pm ... A: and thanks for your questions. It's very doubtful that you can mask your traffic from your ISP. ...
home networking	10/21/2005
Q: I am trying to connect 2 computers at home by using a broadband router in order to share files and ... A: and thanks for your question. Sharing files between computers on the same network is actually ...
DNS problem	10/21/2005
Q: Don't know if you can help but I have a client that I setup a website for. This site can be seen ... A: and thanks for your interesting question. There are a number of ways around this. Within the ...
Network	10/18/2005
Q: Respected Sir, My name is Balaji. Which website is providing more and more details about ... A: and thanks for your questions. Here are some basic definitions for LAN, MAN, and WAN: ...
The IP of a remote client	10/15/2005
Q: could you name aprogramme or other method to know the ip of a remote pc on the net ? also how can ... A: and thanks for your question. If you know the name of a remote computer, you can always determine ...
XP Pro and XP Home Edition	10/14/2005
Q: I have a desktop with XP home Edition and a laptop with XP Pro. The diagram below describes my ... A: and thanks for your question. My first advice to you would be to remove the hub in your network ...
lan privacy	10/13/2005
Q: im connected to the internet via a local LAN that my friends are running in my neighbourhood. The ... A: and thanks for your question. The fact is that you cannot achieve privacy on a LAN unless you are ...
ADSL MultiLink	10/11/2005
Q: First of all I hope you have a good day. I've two ADSL subscriptions. Can I apply a multilink ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, there are things you can do to take advantage of two broadband ...
Network Connection	10/11/2005
Q: I am an undergraduate student, intending to build a remote monitoring system that allows me to ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a lot of ways for two computers to communicate with each ...
connectivity	9/28/2005
Q: I have a regular 2 Mghtz pc that is connected to an old 300 Mghtz notebook with a wireless router. ... A: and thanks for your question. I absolutely do not agree with what you were told. The performance ...
Ethernet card	9/25/2005
Q: but is an "Integrated 10/100 network card and modem" the same thing as the Ethernet card I would ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, your laptop (BTW, I also have a Dell Inspiron) has a built-in ...
ethernet lan card	9/22/2005
Q: I hope you can help me. I have a 3Com l0/100 ethernet card for my laptop. I changed from Win XP to ... A: and thanks for your question. Since you say that this is a laptop, I assume that you have a "PC ...
Networking	9/17/2005
Q: I have computer #1 and #2 on a wireless (Hawking) router with a cable connection. #1 has network ... A: and thanks for your question. Any of a number of things might be wrong. Here are some things to ...
about networks	9/17/2005
Q: Sir, I am student of computer science.I have interest in networking.Is that necessary I should ... A: and thanks for your question. As a networking professional, it's always good to hear when students ...
Maximum transferable unit (MTU)	9/16/2005
Q: what is the MTU for ATM Network and Frame relay A: and thanks for your quesiton. The default MTU for ATM is 8192 octets, according to RFC 1626: ...
wifi	9/15/2005
Q: I wanted to get a wireless connection two floors above my router. My router is in my basement, and ... A: and thanks for your question. You are correct to be concerned about the quality of your wireless ...
spamed	9/15/2005
Q: me a student, www.merapattoki.com is me site. a person send me mail "i have visited this website and ... A: and thanks for your question. It is an unfortunate fact of life that web sites and email addresses ...
Equipment	9/14/2005
Q: I would like to network my two home computers in order to share one phone line DSL connection. What ... A: and thanks for your question. I highly recommend that you get a router, even if your DSL has just ...
wireless networkiing	9/13/2005
Q: I currently have a network setup involving 2 computers. One is a desktop which is connected through ... A: and thanks for your question. You are correct to be concerned about the quality of your wireless ...
DSL network problem: sporadic on wired desktop	9/12/2005
Q: Situation: We have a home network, using Windows XP. Our 2005 desktop has DSL access via a router ... A: and thanks for your question. Intermittent problems are the hardest to fix. The problem is that ...
home networking	9/12/2005
Q: Running two computers, Win XP. One in living room, the other in bedroom. LR computer has 802.11b ... A: and thanks for your question. Any of a number of things might be wrong. Here are some things to ...
home network problem	9/10/2005
Q: I have a WinXP desktop connected to a D-Link wireless router. I also have a WinXP laptop and a ... A: and thanks for your question. Any of a number of things might be wrong. Here are some things to ...
sharing printer on wireless network	9/9/2005
Q: I am using the wireless network as I send this. My new question, can I access the USB connected ... A: and thanks for your question. I'm glad my previous answer was helpful to you. Yes, you should be ...
VPN set up	9/9/2005
Q: How to setup VPN behind the router? A: and thanks for your question. In general, you need to "open a port" in the router to allow the VPN ...
Network	9/6/2005
Q: Is there a way to pause my inernet/network hub without disconecting from the internet/network? ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to "pause" your computer's access to the ...
cable length	9/6/2005
Q: How long can a cable be for connecting between my desktop and a wireless router? Thank you John A: and thanks for your question. I assume that you are talking about an ethernet LAN cable that would ...
Setting up a router to read internet	9/3/2005
Q: I am setting up a network for a friend who recent;y got cable internet service from Comcast. They ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in responding; as sometimes happens, I did not ...
lan connections	8/30/2005
Q: I'm using Windows XP SP 2. I connected my two computers. It shows LAN is connected. But the ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a number of things that could be going wrong that could ...
Network	8/29/2005
Q: I asked a question yesterday and I'm sorry to say that It did not help very much. My question is, I ... A: It's hard to say without more details, but from what you said it does indeed sound like it could be ...
home networking	8/27/2005
Q: I just purchased another computer and would like to link both the new and old to tranfer my files to ... A: and thanks for your question. I highly recommend that you get a router, even if your cable modem ...
LAN	8/27/2005
Q: This might be a very simple question for you. I have a DSL modem for my computer. It has a 10/100 ... A: and thanks for your question. I highly recommend that you get a router, even if your DSL has just ...
Wireless internet wiring	8/25/2005
Q: Ralph, I have been told by Best Buy people that I need a wireless PCI card for the desktop, what is ... A: You absolutely do NOT need to use only wireless in your network. You can use a mix of wired and ...
Wireless internet wiring	8/25/2005
Q: I have a Laptop computer with a wireless 802.11 b/g card and my desktop computer, with an Ehternet ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you have all the hardware pieces you need. Here's ...
Media converter	8/13/2005
Q: SimpleCan you tell me the difference between a media converter and a transceiver? thanks, mld A: and thanks for your question. A media converter is more commonly called an "adapter". Here is a ...
My PSP and my network	8/12/2005
Q: Ok, I am currently running a casual network n a wire router with a 10 base T network with a Netgear ... A: and thanks for your question. You can absolutely add wireless capability to your existing network. ...
home networking	8/1/2005
Q: i currently have 2 compaq deskpro pc's both running windows ME , i would like to know the best way ... A: and thanks for your question. The simplest thing to do would be to get a router. This is a device ...
New computer hookup	7/31/2005
Q: i have a new computer but i can't use it. i only have dialup were i live and the new computer has ... A: and thanks for your questions. First of all, EVERYONE (myself included!) started out where you are, ...
LAN	7/30/2005
Q: I have a wireless router to which I connect two computers, one a desktop and one a laptop. The ... A: I suggest trying again - uninstall the printer, reboot, then re-install the printer. If the printer ...
LAN	7/30/2005
Q: I have a wireless router to which I connect two computers, one a desktop and one a laptop. The ... A: I agree, it sounds like you have duplicate IP addresses on your two computers. It may be that your ...
DSL connection	7/30/2005
Q: I recently got the Westell Versalink 327w from Verizon. Before I had the 327w, I used my Belkin ... A: and thanks for your question. What I'd recommend that you do is use the Belkin unit as a wireless ...
Wi-Fi capability	7/26/2005
Q: What equipment do I need for my Dell 1600 celeron notebook (2003) to be able to access the Wi-Fi ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, all you should need is the wireless LAN adapter card you already ...
Problem with my Linksys router	7/25/2005
Q: My family has had a Linksys Wireless-G broadband router for several months now. Our desktop is a 3 ... A: and thanks for your questions. If you are seeing a "Cannot be found" error, there are many things ...
Ethernet cables: Home network	7/24/2005
Q: 1.) Can you use a cat6 cable on a cat5 router? I have a router currently using cat-5 cables, and I ... A: and thanks for your questions. 1) Yes, you can always use a higher-rated cable that what is ...
networking	7/23/2005
Q: I have switched from dial up to sbc/yahoo DSL--I am so pleased with the speed--now I would like to ... A: and thanks for your questions. You have two basic options as far as sharing your DSL internet ...
Router versus Switch	7/22/2005
Q: Are router and switch the same? Can router connect to internet without using modem? What does router ... A: and thanks for your question. Routers and switches are different kinds of devices. Here are some ...
modem	7/20/2005
Q: Is there a way to set my modem on standby mode? I'm using linksys wireless 4 ports cable modem. ... A: and thanks for your question. There's no standby mode for most consumer-grade routers. I read ...
simple solution	7/16/2005
Q: I just went dsl--and would like to hookup my son upstairs who is still dialup--I'm thinking cost ... A: and thanks for your question. The simplest thing to do would be to get a router. This is a device ...
ADSL Routers	7/15/2005
Q: I want to know if I can set up two adsl routers on the one incoming phone line effectively creating ... A: and thanks for your question. You can only connect one DSL modem per phone link. If you want an ...
network	7/14/2005
Q: going to try to change from dial up to dsl tomorrow--sbc/yahoo dsl--a novice at this stuff pretty ... A: and thanks for your question. They answer for you is simple - you need to get a router. A router ...
Modem	7/13/2005
Q: Respected Sir I Want to know Does Modem Consists of MAC address If yes? How many bits of address it ... A: and thanks for your question. Any device that connects to an ethernet network has to have a MAC ...
Network Card no longer recognized	7/12/2005
Q: I had a wireless network card and router from Belkin and it worked for a little while now it is ... A: and thanks for your question. Windows 98 is notorious for having trouble with networking devices. ...
DHCP	6/25/2005
Q: Suppose i want to make a LAN out of 5 PCs.Is it necessary to have a DHCP server to assign them IP ... A: and thank your for your question. First of all, my apologies for not replying sooner. I never ...
Wireless networks	6/22/2005
Q: A chap I do work for has contacted me to find out if I can re-set up his wireless network now he's ... A: Mike, The process of setting things up is exactly the same when you are connecting wirelessly. ...
Wireless networks	6/22/2005
Q: A chap I do work for has contacted me to find out if I can re-set up his wireless network now he's ... A: and thanks for your questions. What you want to do is pretty straightforward. They key is that ...
network adapters	6/21/2005
Q: I am completely new to networking and am confused about network adapters. If I have one laptop and ... A: Just think of an adapter as a device that converts data from one form to another. In the case of a ...
Cat 5 pairs	6/17/2005
Q: I have run Cat 5E cable to connect several computers to a router. I am wanting to run a telephone ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, I recommend that you not use a pair inside an existing ...
Basic LAN Setup	6/13/2005
Q: I want to setup a small office lan consisting of one server + 4 node. I have already applied for a ... A: and thanks for your questions. Yes, I would recommend the hardware setup you suggest: connect your ...
Ethernet	6/9/2005
Q: I'm looking for a wireless Ethernet not wireless network. Can you help me find this kind of product? ... A: and thanks for your question. It's not entirely clear exactly what you mean by "wireless ethernet". ...
broken ethernet locking tab	6/4/2005
Q: Is there a way to fix an ethernet plug with broken off locking tab other than replacing the entire ... A: and thanks for your question. No, you do not need to replace an ethernet cable with a broken lock ...
Ethernet-based COM ports get slower and slower with time	6/3/2005
Q: I have an app written in Delphi 5 that talks to up to 30 COM ports. Most of the COM ports are ... A: and thanks for your very interesting question. I found some information on your Moxa devide here: ...
Internet	5/31/2005
Q: I have a latest dell laptop with wireless enabled. I want net access connection anywhere,anyplace I ... A: and thanks for your question. About the only kind of internet service that could meet your ...
Local Area Connection Status	5/25/2005
Q: My wife and I are hooked up via Linksys router. We both have Dells-I a desktop, she a laptop. In her ... A: and thanks for your question. If your wife's internet connection is not working, then the problem ...
lan card	5/21/2005
Q: hi i am just moving to broadband from dial up & i have just got my modem my question is is it ok to ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is OK to use the USB connection, especially if you only want ...
wireless	5/20/2005
Q: Ralph I have broadband internet access through an NTL cable modem. I have bought a 3Com wireless ... A: and thanks for your question. There may be several things wrong. First of all, check to make sure ...
printer sharing	5/19/2005
Q: I have two desktops with Windows XP connected on Ethernet via a hub. When I click on “view ... A: and thanks for your question. Actually, as far as Windows is concerned, a printer and a file are ...
Internet Access	4/26/2005
Q: Im trying to set up a network linking three offices together, but im trying to find the best method ... A: and thanks for your question. I am assuming that by "connected", you mean that any computer in any ...
linksys router	4/15/2005
Q: i would like to setup a home network simply connecting 2 computers. both computers will be surfing ... A: and thanks for your question. Pretty much any router will do what you need. I have the Linksys ...
Wireless router security	4/13/2005
Q: I'm having a little problem. I would like to set my wireless router (Topcom WBR 244) to deny access ... A: and thanks for your question. I think it's good that you're concerned about the security of your ...
wireless internet	4/5/2005
Q: I would like to get the internet for my laptop. I was wondering about those wireless network ... A: and thanks for writing. If you want to share an internet connection, you need a device to help you. ...
Connecting to Internet	4/2/2005
Q: We have a small home network. 1 desktop, 1 laptop. We had been working wirelessly with no difficulty ... A: and thank you for your question. I will proceed with my answer assuming that the wireless ...
connect 2 Apple computers to a Linksys Ethernet router	3/31/2005
Q: I have a LinkSys ethernet router and would like to use it to connect 2 Apple computers. LinkSys does ... A: and thanks for your question. I am not an "Apple person", but I know that you can use a Linksys to ...
Lost connectivity	3/21/2005
Q: We are having network connectivity problems with some of our latest Dells that have shipped with the ... A: and thanks for your question. I would suggest trying to exchange the ethernet adapters on 2 or 3 ...
Airlink PCI driver problem	3/21/2005
Q: Good Morning: I have a shop built home computer with an ASUS motherboard operating a 700mhz ... A: and thanks for your question. Here's what I suggest you do: Put the wireless adapter driver in a ...
ftp +nats	3/20/2005
Q: After setting up wireless broadband using a Netopia router I can no longer access an ftp site .I can ... A: and thanks for your question. Actually, you shouldn't have to do anything with your router to use ...
What is the exact meaning?	3/17/2005
Q: How do you do? Would you please tell me what the abbreviations of Ipod and PSP are? Thank you ... A: and thanks for your question. "iPod" doesn't stand for anything. Apple Computer has a line of ...
shared folder	3/16/2005
Q: Ralph, I'm sorry, apparently my question made me sound like a newbie. In fact, I'm an MCP, half way ... A: Dave. Sorry not to grasp your level of expertise. You are most of the way there! You do need to ...
shared folder	3/16/2005
Q: Here's what I need to do: I want to create a folder on my C drive that my friend on the other side ... A: and thanks for your question. You can't share that folder across the internet the same way you do ...
setting up a router	3/8/2005
Q: I've been happily using a USB modem for my PC which worked fine with my ISP. Then, I changed ... A: and thanks for your question. The router is a good idea, much better than plugging a Cable or DSL ...
Trouble Hooking Up Windows 98 Computer To Wireless Network	3/2/2005
Q: ..i hope you can help me out with my problem...ok so here it is...i currently have 2 Windows XP ... A: and thanks for your question. A couple of ideas come to mind: - On the 4th PC, check the IP ...
port blocking	2/22/2005
Q: the setting is only available in the properties of the LAN adapter. i am on an ADSL connection with ... A: These settings, wich you set for the primary ethernet port, affect ALL TCP/IP ports on the computer. ...
port blocking	2/22/2005
Q: i need to permanently some specific some tcp/ip ports on a pc. as such i need to know how i can do ... A: and thanks for your question. You can easily block any TCP/IP ports you wish. In Windows 2000 or ...
Locked out of network	2/21/2005
Q: Hey Ralph! While recently trying to reset my DSL connection, which I share w/my husband via a ... A: and thanks for your question. You're already tried most of what I would normally have suggested! ...
Renewing IP Address	2/21/2005
Q: I have an HP Zd7000 laptop connected to a wireless home network.I have a Comcast BroadBand Internet ... A: and thanks for your question. Sice the problem you are describing is not happening all the time, I ...
Bandwidth	2/18/2005
Q: Does each computer connected to a gateway/router like 2wire Homeportal 1800HW, which has 4 ports on ... A: and thanks for your quesiton. Each port can transmit up to the limits of the ethernet protocol. ...
Obtaining IP	2/17/2005
Q: I have a problem. My girlfriend is using a PC which is connecting with another PC with a crossed ... A: and thanks for your question. You can easily determine the IP address of the PC in question. Just ...
aol networking	2/16/2005
Q: my brother has recently started using aol broadband (1 meg), i am trying to network his computer to ... A: and thanks for your question. I agree with AOL - you should use a router to share that internet ...
laptop to base unit	2/12/2005
Q: Is there a way to connect a laptop to a base unit. I mean an easy way! I have no technical knowledge ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can connect your laptop to another computer. If both ...
help	2/5/2005
Q: I have a very fastADSL internet connection, I want to share it with some people across the road, ... A: and thanks for your question. Sharing your internet connection is certainly possible, but first I ...
FTP	2/4/2005
Q: I connected a PC (client) with another PC (server) which is connected to the Internet through an ... A: and thanks for your question. The Internet Sharing feature you are using is preventing you from ...
Data interchange between wirless phones and servers	2/2/2005
Q: I am trying to find some information regarding wireless communication. My question is, Can data be ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is possible to make an internet connection using a cell ...
distant LAN???	1/26/2005
Q: just wanna find out how my cousin (from his home pc) can connect to me (to my home pc) as a LAN ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, what you want to do is possible. You need to set up a Virtual ...
Network Printing Issues	1/25/2005
Q: I have a small home office and would like to print from my wireless computer. I have a dell that is ... A: and thanks for your question. If it was working before, it should be possible with the new setup. ...
Internet	1/24/2005
Q: I am using Windows 98 and Microsoft IE to connect to Internet through the server of my company. ... A: and thank you for your question. Ultrasurf is a product that redirects your web browser (IE) to a ...
home networking	1/22/2005
Q: I am trying to set up a home network to connect 2 laptops, 1 printer, and multiple access to AOL ... A: and thanks for your question. You should be able to use pretty much any router to connect to AOL ...
cable internet / cable tv	1/16/2005
Q: I have cable tv downstairs and a cable modem upstairs. Recently, I put a tv in the same room as the ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can make this work, but you will need to change the way your ...
Up Down Load Question	1/14/2005
Q: I just recently aquired a DSL 1500kps connection in my home. Currently my Throughput is on average ... A: Sorry to have suggested what you already tried! Since you're using DSLReports, I do have confidence ...
Up Down Load Question	1/14/2005
Q: I just recently aquired a DSL 1500kps connection in my home. Currently my Throughput is on average ... A: and thanks for your question. It's very difficult to get objective performance measures. You don't ...
access is denied	1/8/2005
Q: i can access all of my four pcs but cant reach one of them in my workgroup i dont know why it always ... A: and thanks for your question. Obviously, the first thing to check is that you do have permission ...
LAN/WAN Design	1/8/2005
Q: Im a system administrator & am willing to expand my scope of work to designing networks & ... A: and thanks for your question. My best advice would be to persue a Cisco certification track. Cisco ...
Unable to access web server in LAN	1/4/2005
Q: I can access "http://comp" from m/c comp but not as "http://comp" from m/c comp2. (I need http ... A: and thanks for following up. I suggest trying to access "comp" by IP address, i.e., ...
Unable to access web server in LAN	1/4/2005
Q: I have 2 PCs (Win2k-Prof & WinXP-Prof) connected to each other using a NE 2000 Compatible card on ... A: and thanks for your questions. In order to use the http access, you need to install a web server ...
DSL provider <> local phone carrier	1/2/2005
Q: Can I have a company provide my home with DSL although that company is not my local phone carrier? ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can have a non-local-telco provide you with DSL. THe ...
Networking	12/29/2004
Q: I have 2 computers at home and would like to network them. One has Windows 98 2nd Ed and the other ... A: If you want to share an internet connection, I highly recommend that you get a broadband connection, ...
earlier request---linksys	12/27/2004
Q: requested help a few hours ago, unable to get beyond home page when reconfigured for linksys BEFSR41 ... A: I am replying here to both of your support requests. I apologize that I did not reply sooner to ...
Home LAN - Wireless	12/26/2004
Q: I have a wired (cat-5) home network utilizing a cable modem/router combo with several assigned ... A: and thanks for your question. You can go one of several ways. You can replace your wired router ...
T1 router question	12/22/2004
Q: I am thinking about getting T1 internet connection, and i was woundering what's the cheapest router ... A: and thanks for your question. If you're planning to get a dedicated 1.545Mb/s T1 connection with ...
connecting 2 a Mac to PC to one DSL line...	12/8/2004
Q: I have a Mac OS 9.1 G4 upstairs in a corner bedroom - directly below on the first floor, is a ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you can certainly connect your PCs to a router with hard-wired ...
Displaying video across a network connection	12/8/2004
Q: I have a file/ printer sharing network with a 2.4 ghz XP home machine connected to a 225 mhz 98SE ... A: and thanks for your question. I can think of a couple of ways to do what you want. The first is to ...
broadband/hackers	12/7/2004
Q: Broadband Internet users are vulnerable to hacking risks because--why? A: and thanks for your question. There are a lot of reasons why broadband users are vulnerable. - ...
WAN components	12/6/2004
Q: I am in seirous need of help with a college project. the project is to connect to offices each ... A: and thanks for yout question. Sorry for the delay in replying; I did not receive the notification ...
connecting w98 to network	12/3/2004
Q: I have a small mac computer lab and a 10/100 ethernet system. I can connect a mac computer to the ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, it is a lot harder to get a Windows PC on a network tha a Mac, ...
connecting to internet via cable & routing to 4 computers	11/17/2004
Q: I really need advice. Don't know much abt doing this or if it's worthwhile. I'd like to connect to ... A: and thanks for your questions. Congratulations on your decision to move up to broadband! I think ...
ethernet	11/13/2004
Q: Would it speed up my internet experience if I connected via ethernet? (Note; I know nothing about ... A: You might be able to improve your connection speed to the internet by using ethernet instead of USB. ...
Netwoking 3 computers	11/12/2004
Q: We just bought a HP Designjet 100 Plus for the office, and would like to network it to all three ... A: and thnks for your question. You have a couple of options for sharing your printer. You can either ...
sharing docs with vpn network	11/10/2004
Q: We have about 30 pc's in peer to peer network spread over 4 locations - 3 locations vpn into main ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you should be able to access shared files and folders across the ...
notebook internet hookup	11/10/2004
Q: Becker, I just bought a new Dell inspiron notebook. I already have cable connection at home that ... A: The easiest and best thing to do is to buy a router. A router is a device that connects to your ...
ISDN TA	11/10/2004
Q: Ralph, I have a small setup of 11 computers connected to Internet thro ISDN TA (Dlink ... A: and thanks for your question. It sounds like you are either having a hardware feilure, or a corrupt ...
what's ethernet, routers	11/3/2004
Q: Till date, I have only been using dial up. Now, I am planning to upgrade to cable or dsl. I'd like ... A: and thanks for your question! Congratulations on your decision to upgrade from dial-up. I'm sure ...
Mac and PC wireless system	11/3/2004
Q: I have a G4 (9.2 system)and a Laptop Dell 8200. I want to set up a wireless internet Verizon DSL ... A: and thanks for your question. You should be able to share your internet connection with a wireless ...
Home network - slow browsing	11/2/2004
Q: Sorry to turn this into your personal nightmare but: The Microsoft KnowledgeBase article refers to ... A: About this only think I can think of is the "LMHosts" problem. THis is a problem with the Microsoft ...
Getting Online	11/2/2004
Q: I have just purchased a secondhand notebook. It has no modem, will I still be able to get online ... A: Yes, you should be able to get online. Your computer should have either USB ports, PCMCIA ("PC ...
Home network - slow browsing	11/2/2004
Q: We followed your suggestion - first on my wife's PC then on mine - with no improvement either time. ... A: Sorry my earlier advice did not solve your problem. First of all, read this article and see if it ...
Laptop to Web - Wireless - Anywhere	11/1/2004
Q: I would like to know how to make a laptop computer access the Web via cellular service without ... A: Here are some PCMCIA devices I found on the Verizon Wireless web site: ...
Laptop to Web - Wireless - Anywhere	11/1/2004
Q: I would like to know how to make a laptop computer access the Web via cellular service without ... A: and thanks for your question. You can connect to the cellular internet service from Verizon or ...
Home network - slow browsing	11/1/2004
Q: My wife and I have our PCs networked. Both PCs are running Windows 2000 Pro and are kept fully ... A: and thanks for your question. I recommend that you completely uninstall all networking on your ...
Wireless Network	10/31/2004
Q: I am going to be setting up a wireless network soon, sharing my internet connection (2mb ADSL) and ... A: All you need to do to protect your shared resources is to password protect them. For example, if ...
wireless connection to router	10/30/2004
Q: I have a HP Pavilion ZE5300 Notebook that has a wireless network card installed in it. I was able to ... A: and thanks for your question. I recommend that you completely uninstall all networking on your PC. ...
Duplex Mode	10/30/2004
Q: How r u, I have a pentium 4,2.4 ghz pc with 865 motherboard. I have a D-link DFE-538TX 10/100Mbps ... A: and thank you for your question. If you cannot connect at 100Mb/s, then it may be that your cable ...
Web hosting!	10/29/2004
Q: My name is Assaf Lasry and I am a programmer analyst. I am currently in the process of building an ... A: and thanks for your question. There are many options for hosting a web site, and what you want to ...
Prerequisites for using an ADSL Modem Router	10/29/2004
Q: Mr. Becker, I am trying to share my ADSL connection between two windows Xp PCs. I have tried ... A: and thanks for your question. Your goal of sharing your internet connection should be an easy one. ...
cable modem network	10/27/2004
Q: I presently have a DSL line coming in and have the modem uplinked to a D-Link wireless Router. Only ... A: and thank you for your question. You don't need to let the cable company do anything beyond basic ...
lan wan routers	10/26/2004
Q: I have a Bandwidth Controller Micronet sp883, 2 Routers Linksys BEFSR41, 1 Switch SH-9024C and 1 ... A: and thanks for your question. The easiest and most effective thing to do is to disable file ...
Setting up a network between 2 computers	10/24/2004
Q: I think I have a multifaceted problem here. I just had a cable modem installed for my computer ... A: and thanks for your question. This is a fairly common problem with Windows networking protocols. A ...
connection error between pc and satelite receiver via rs232	10/19/2004
Q: my question is about rs232 i.e(com port).I tried more often to extablish a connection between my pc ... A: and thanks for your question. It's probably a cable problem. Here is SuperMax's document on what ...
home network	10/16/2004
Q: I recently bought a linksys router to connect my laptop to the internet. I connected my desktop to ... A: and thanks for your question. Basically, what you need to do is add the protocol to share files & ...
VISP	10/14/2004
Q: Could u please tell me what exactly is the meaning of a visp or could u plz clarify what is the ... A: and thanks for your question. A VISP is an ISP that piggybacks its services off of a third-party ...
Broadband on Laptop?	10/8/2004
Q: I tried all of it and nothing worked so I tried setting the whole thing up using my pc which I know ... A: Sorry to take so long to respond, but the AllExperts web site has been down for the past several ...
Connecting to the internet	10/8/2004
Q: I'm using a Windows 2000 OS and a cable connection. When i start up my computer, all my startup ... A: and thanks for your question. You don't say if you're using a router between your cable modem and ...
Broadband on Laptop?	10/7/2004
Q: I was wondering if you could help me at all. I'm chronically ill and there are times when I can't ... A: and thanks for your question. The device you have should work to get you online. Here are some ...
Wireless network with Dial-up	10/6/2004
Q: Have to Gateway's running XP and just bought wireless cards for each and a wireless router. In our ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, absolutely. There are a number of options depending on what you ...
Windows 98 Network	10/3/2004
Q: Ralph, I hope you can help me with my problem. I've searched all around for an answer but haven't ... A: and thanks for your question. First off, thanks for the fantastic level of detail in your question. ...
network problem	9/28/2004
Q: I'm having a problem with a network segment: The network is a Ethernet 10BaseT network with 20 ... A: It depends on what you mean by "can't access the network at all". You should first find out what ...
network problem	9/27/2004
Q: I'm having a problem with a network segment: The network is a Ethernet 10BaseT network with 20 ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a number of things that could be causing the problem. ...
File Sharing	9/27/2004
Q: First of all, thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I just got a new laptop and want ... A: and thanks for your question. If the problem is finding your old computer among a bunch of others, ...
wan	9/27/2004
Q: I'm trying to set up two offices that will be able to transfer data back and forth. One office will ... A: and thanks for your question. It really depends on what kind of connectivity you want or need ...
Accessing home networked computer via dynamic IP address	9/23/2004
Q: Ralph, We have a home network that utilizes a MS Wireless router with DHCP enabled and a cable ... A: and thanks for your question. The way to get to LAN resources is to allow access to them through ...
The Internet & WWW	9/21/2004
Q: . I'm just wondering if you could, as easily as possible (laymens terms) tell me what software and ... A: and thanks for your question. Here are a series of articles for you to read from the excellent web ...
Wireless connection	9/21/2004
Q: Mr Becker, I have a wireless caonnection to my laptop through a Netgear Router,which is ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, absolutely. There are a number of options depending on what you ...
LAN to WAN upgrade	9/21/2004
Q: I'm trying to compose a white paper for my boss that explains the process and typical costs ... A: and thanks for your question. It really depends on what kind of connectivity you want or need ...
DNS	9/20/2004
Q: but before this situation, I had no DNS setting, everything was automatic when I was at home, at Las ... A: It may be that your DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) setting is incorrect, or that your ...
DNS	9/20/2004
Q: I have a laptop computer with win2000 pro, I used to connect to the Internet via DSL without any ... A: and thanks for your question. I think that what you're missing is your DNS Server addresses. DNS ...
Wireless networking	9/16/2004
Q: I have a d-link wireless router "G" band, 2.4 Ghz. When my wierless phone rings, also on 2.4, the ... A: and thanks for your question. You are right, the interference between the router and the wireless ...
Powerline Networking	9/16/2004
Q: I am looking into setting up a home network. For my specific purposes, using a powerline network ... A: All consumer-grade power-line LAN equipment includes security features. These allow you to ...
Wireless Network Coverage	9/15/2004
Q: I have a Wireless Network in my flat - but in some areas of the flat the connection is slow and ... A: and thanks for your question. Your Netgear box is an all-in-one DSL modem and wireless router box. ...
Uploading, then Downloading to/from network	9/13/2004
Q: I hope you can help me. I have successfully set up a small home network, but now that I have a new ... A: and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, you almost always need the original install disks ...
Shared Folders and Passwords	9/13/2004
Q: Situation: 20 or so Windows 98SE computers connected via LAN; have one shared folder, for use with ... A: and thanks for your question. How much you have to do depends on how savvy the user is. If you ...
Wavelan card	9/10/2004
Q: Ralph, Hola from the Mexican yacht trash again. My buddy (and local outboard mechanic) was ... A: Slade, Is this it? http://agere.com/mobility/docs/windows_drivers_sr02-2.3.zip ...
wireless antennas	9/9/2004
Q: I am living on a sailboat in Mexico. Parts are very hard to get and take a long time to get here ... A: and thanks for your question. Wow, what a lifestyle! Yes, you can make a WiFi antenna out of a ...
Windows XP Sharing Question	9/9/2004
Q: We have 22 computers here at our school, running Windows XP Professional. They are all Dells. They ... A: and thanks for your question. File and resource sharing problems are common. It sounds like you ...
pc to pc drag and drop	8/29/2004
Q: I have a basic network question. I have a new laptop (Sony a-150, but that doesnt matter, its a ... A: and thanks for your questions. There are a number of ways to transfer files from one computer to ...
home networking	8/28/2004
Q: i know you can help me on this problem of mine... i tried to network two PC's at home.. am using ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a number of ways to transfer files from one computer to ...
Wireless network	8/28/2004
Q: I am trying to network my PC (Win98SE) and my Laptop (WinXP). I am using linksys wireless broadband ... A: and thanks for your question. You're most of the way there! If you follow the instructions that ...
Ethernet not working	8/27/2004
Q: I have WIN2k professional,been online thru a router and cable-modem for 3 yrs, all of a sudden, ... A: and thanks for your question. It may be that the ethernet adapter on your system has failed. ...
Networking Problem	8/26/2004
Q: I am having some issues with my home network - hoping you can help. I have a desktop unit running ... A: and thanks for your questions. Sorry to take so long to reply, but your question notification never ...
home network?	8/23/2004
Q: I recently signed up for DSL, it came with a Speedstream 5100Ethernet ADSL modem. Recently a friend ... A: Guy, and thanks for your question. The Flowpoint 2200 should do exactly as you say, replace the ...
Network speed slow	8/23/2004
Q: I have a LAN on 8 computers. Some time ago the speed of the internet connection from the ... A: and thanks for your question. Since the problem with network speed is only on your LAN, it makes ...
Routers	8/20/2004
Q: I have a Dell desktop running on Windows ME in my computer room connected to the internet by way of ... A: and thanks for your question. All you need to share your connection is a wireless router. I ...
networking 2 computers	8/19/2004
Q: Both computers have XP and NIC cards. If I connect them with a crossover Cat 5 cable and then to a ... A: and thanks for your question. You should just connect them both to the router, assuming that the ...
help	8/19/2004
Q: I just bought an ADSL router zyxel 650 and got connected to the internet, the router came with a ... A: and thanks for your question. I searched around and found the Zyxel 650 manufacturer's web page: ...
Home Networking	8/13/2004
Q: My room mate just bought a computer from a neighbor. After my initial "inspection" I told my room ... A: and thanks for the question(s). First, the smaller phone-style jack, which has up to 6 pins (or ...
home network problems	8/10/2004
Q: My roommate and I are attempting to play multiplayer games over our LAN network. We both have ... A: and thanks for your question. The fact that you get connected for a time then the connection drops ...
DSL	7/22/2004
Q: I reinstalled win98, now I can't connect to internet, I'm getting an error message not enough ... A: and thanks for your question. You haven't really given me enough information to go on here. Based ...
help	7/22/2004
Q: am having a very funny problem in my network, am running win98se in a net of ten computers, wich are ... A: and thanks for your question. Since the problem changes from among several machines, you probably ...
Remote Access	7/21/2004
Q: I have a Computer at HOME . The specs are p3 with 128 ram 80gb hard disk I have a broadband ... A: and thanks for your question. It may be possible to access your home computer from the office, but ...
ATM	7/20/2004
Q: PLS what is the concept behind ATM and how does it operate with frame-relay networks thank u A: and thanks for your question. Here is a nice, concise definition of ATM: ...
Wireless Internet	7/7/2004
Q: I would like to introduce a hotspot in wich I charge every user according to the time he surfed the ... A: and thanks for your question. Here are some links to software providers of WiFi billing packages. ...
home page (about:blank)	7/6/2004
Q: I have the following home page that I cannot remove (about:blank). I have tried adaware, spybot, and ... A: and thanks for your question. You do not say, but I assume that you are using Internet Explorer. ...
Network Monitoring Tool	7/6/2004
Q: Can you please suggest me good monitoring tool for Network.Where troubleshooting network related ... A: and thanks for your question. For basic network information, check out NetLab: ...
Notebook Wireless Network Question	7/4/2004
Q: I'm about to purchase an HP zd7000 notebook and its going to have a 54g Intergrated Broadcom ... A: Sorry for not getting back with you sooner - I didn't get my usual notification from AllExperts. To ...
networking emails	7/1/2004
Q: ...that's what I want, both computers to read the emails ..and can they send emails to each ... A: Jimmy. To leave a message on the server, in Outlook Express 6, Tools... Accounts... Properties... ...
networking emails	7/1/2004
Q: I have set up a small network in the office and 2 of the staff have made up email addresses now they ... A: and thanks for your question. You probably need to give me some more information, but I'll take ...
Share 1 IP address	6/30/2004
Q: how are you? I have 8 XP Professional systems, but only 1 IP address. I do not want to use a ... A: and thanks for your question. I'm not sure why you do not want to use a router - in fact, a router ...
How I Connect Net In 2 PC'S	6/29/2004
Q: I m use networking in 2 pc peer to peer networking . in 1 pc i m use internet throw dial up ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you cah share a dial-up internet connection. If you are running ...
disconnection of Net after 6:00 pm till 6:00 am	6/29/2004
Q: my net is disconnecting after 6:00 pm and i am not able to connect till morning 6:00 am . i have ... A: and thanks for your question. I don't think that you are dealing with a virus here. I searched for ...
Slow Internet Followup	6/19/2004
Q: Mr. Becker, I appreciate your help with my last problem of a slow internet connection. I followed ... A: Sorry to take so long to reply this time - As sometimes happens, I didn't get a notification of your ...
adsl modem/router	6/18/2004
Q: i have 2 small LANs and i connect them by connecting the two switchs of the to LANs then i have ADSL ... A: Sorry to take so long tio reply this time - As sometimes happens, I didn't get a notification of ...
adsl modem/router	6/18/2004
Q: i have 2 small LANs and i connect them by connecting the two switchs of the to LANs then i have ADSL ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, if you connect your switch to your router, then everything ...
internet connection	6/8/2004
Q: can you suggest some types of internet connection suitable for school network which are economical ... A: Aside from DSL, ISDN, and dialup, about all that is left is Cable Internet and Satellite. Cable is ...
Netgear FVS318 router/firewall setup with Comcast cable modem	6/8/2004
Q: I am connected to the internet through a Comcast cable modem and wanted to hook up a second computer ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in replying. The AllExperts web site had ...
SLOW Internet	6/8/2004
Q: I know how mundane my question will sound, however I have tried most everything I know how to do to ... A: and thanks for your question. Sorry for the delay in replying. The AllExperts web site had ...
lan technology.. urgent, pls reply	6/8/2004
Q: i need to develop a school LAN, which connect all the desktop computers and servers in the school. ... A: You do have several decisions to make when planning a LAN. First is wiring, as you mentioned. Hard ...
Need a New {Internet Provider}, Help Please!! I have Windows ME	6/6/2004
Q: First.....Thanks for getting back to me so quickly! Next....Correct me if I'm wrong, but what you ... A: You wrote: > Correct me if I'm wrong, but what you are telling > is that as long as I have a ...
Need a New {Internet Provider}, Help Please!! I have Windows ME	6/5/2004
Q: To start...I'm not computer wiz! The info. that I need is for Home Use only! For basic (online ... A: and thanks for your questions. You can do much better than $22 a month for dial-up internet ...
domain	6/3/2004
Q: the situation is like that: i use win2k built on nt tech. internet connetion of adsl (ISP - British ... A: and thanks for your question. The problem is that your IP address is dynamic, and may change from ...
We are running an ISP in Iran,let's...	6/1/2004
Q: We are running an ISP in Iran,let's talk about the configuration of our ISp then ask myWe have 3 ... A: and thanks for your question. There are few ways to track down the offender who is abusing your ...
Wireless Networking\Double NIC\Internet Access	5/31/2004
Q: I am a COX Cable Internet user. I tried to set up a Netgear Wireless router between my Cable Modem ... A: and thanks for your question. You should be able to share your Internet connection with your ...
Re: How to setup server?	5/17/2004
Q: I want to setup a server and share files for six workstations. Should I use router or switch? How ... A: and thanks for your question. You are asking come conflicting questions here. If you want to ...
Network Cable Unplugged	5/14/2004
Q: How do i tell if it's straight or cross over? ThanksHello, I'll just run through my Hardware: ... A: First of all, if you buy a cable, the packaging should clearly state that it's a crossover (or "null ...
Network Cable Unplugged	5/14/2004
Q: I'll just run through my Hardware: PC1: Win XP Home Onboard Intel Pro 10/100 Card ALSO: DAVICON ... A: The problem is most likely the cable. If you're trying to connect two PCs back-to-back, you have to ...
The Internet - Hardware & Software	5/11/2004
Q: Hey Ralph! Can you tell me all the various hardware AND software (if any) elements of the Internet? ... A: and thanks for your question... ...and what a big question it is! In short, the internet is a ...
dial-up internt connection	5/4/2004
Q: I signed up with msn for dial-up (56k) internet service using an ordinary phone line for my newer ... A: and thanks for your question. First of all, make sure your computer doesn't already have a modem. ...
Modem V.29	5/4/2004
Q: Ralph, what's up? My question is: why is better a modem V.29 with a lot of phases and few amplitudes ... A: and thanks for your question. The biggest limitation in the design of high-speed analog modems is ...
Need help in building a mixed wireless network .	5/4/2004
Q: I am a web designer/graphic artist and need help in building a mixed wireless network to upgrade my ... A: and thanks for your questions. First of all, if as you say speed of your network is a main concern, ...
Laptop in and out of the network	5/3/2004
Q: My boss has asked me to set up a small office network, were he can bring his laptop and connect in ... A: and thank you for your question. Yes, your router will allow all the computers connected to it to ...
Guidance on setting up a home/business network	5/1/2004
Q: I have access to free wireless internet. What would I need to set this up. I will be moving in a ... A: If you have access to a wireless network, all you would need is wireless LAN adapters for each of ...
Guidance on setting up a home/business network	4/30/2004
Q: I am considering setting up a small home network using a server. How would it work- I have two PCs - ... A: and thanks for your question. Setting up a network is as easy or hard as you want and/or need it to ...
cable modem problems	4/28/2004
Q: Ralph, I'm running winxp home, with an on-board NIC. I just signed up for high-speed internet ... A: and thanks for your question. There are a bunch of possibilities here. It is weird that both USB ...
lan server	4/28/2004
Q: i would like to set up an web server at home, i am using xp, "easy file sharing web server", i am ... A: and thanks for your questions. First of all, I assume (and hope!) that you're using a router to ...
Cable Modem	4/24/2004
Q: Do u think it would really make a difference if I upgraded to a new DOCSIS 2.0 modem? Right now I ... A: and thanks for your question. Here is the home page for your cable modem: ...
home network	4/22/2004
Q: I am trying (with no success) to network 2 computers both running windows XP. They both have ... A: and thank you for your question. From your message, I assume you are NOT trying to share an ...
mail server and more	4/7/2004
Q: I have very little knowlege on network and would like to ask you about some general questions. We ... A: and thanks for your questions. When you think about email, there are two things to consider: - ...
Networking for high speed internet	4/7/2004
Q: I have a small business in a office building and currently use high speed cable internet. I have a ... A: and thanks for your question. No, you don't have to look for a 9-port router - even if you could ...
networking over the internet	4/6/2004
Q: I wonder if it's possible to obtain data from my computer at the office, over the internet, while ... A: and thank you for your question. It may be possible to access your office computer files from ...
2 PC home network with D-Link 10/100 switch	4/4/2004
Q: I have fast ethernet 10/100 nic cards in both. I started with a cat 5 crossover cable and could not ... A: To share your internet connection, you are on the right track. You just need to check a few things ...
Request for information for managing an ISP	4/2/2004
Q: I want to establish an ISP and want to know that what abilities and computer knowledge is required ... A: and thanks for your question. Starting an ISP is a large undertaking these days! I don't want to ...
cable modem	3/30/2004
Q: i have a toshiba pcx2500 cable and i am not getting good speeds. i spoke to my isp and they cant ... A: and thanks for your question. Here is the web page for your Cable modem: ...
Broadband Cable Modem connected to router	3/19/2004
Q: This is a general cabling question. A friend has a computer connected to the Internet through a ... A: and thanks for your question. The quick answer is: it depends. There are limits as to how far you ...
Defining LANs	3/17/2004
Q: I'm interested in different definitions of LANs. How open to interpretation is the term? Also, are ... A: and thanks for your question. In my experience, the term LAN (Local Area Network) is very loose and ...
dsl	3/11/2004
Q: I am not very good at coputering.I am on dial up.My son has a computer also dialup--we have seperate ... A: and thank you for your question. It's actually easier that you think to set up a broadband internet ...
home network question	3/8/2004
Q: Next year I will be living in an apartment with my girlfriend. We will be subscribing to a ... A: and thanks for your question. You are mostly correct on all counts. - You will need a cable or DSL ...
Modem Check	3/8/2004
Q: Please could you tell me what I need to look for on my computer to find out if my computer can use ... A: and thanks for your question. If you are looking to get a cable or DSL broadband internet ...
*home wireless network setup without* internet sharing... yet**	3/5/2004
Q: I am interested in setting up a wireless network at home, but I do not yet want to share an internet ... A: and thanks for your question. The setup you suggest will work just fine without an internet ...
Wireless Network Problem	3/2/2004
Q: I bought a USR router, wireless 802.11g access point, firewall, 4 port switch, etc. My problem is ... A: and thanks for your question. Given that your router works fine at work but not at home, it seems ...
TCP error query	2/25/2004
Q: I run Netscape 4.7 for email and web browsing. My OS is Win 98. I'm connected to a small, ... A: and thank you for your question. First of all, I strongly recommend that you move away from ...
Home PC Networking	2/22/2004
Q: How do I connect my two computers to the internet? I have one computer (Computer 1) that is ... A: and thanks for your questions. You are very much on the right track - a router is the best and ...
Home Network	2/17/2004
Q: I have 2 computers. A laptop and a stationary computer. I want to connect these 2 in a home-network ... A: and thanks for your question. A router is just what you need to share your cable modem internet ...
BIG home network	2/9/2004
Q: I live in a big household (forgetmenots.ca) with lots of school-age young adults. I need a home ... A: and thanks for your question. Yes, you really can share your internet access. It's really just a ...
ssh	2/5/2004
Q: I am a programmer and I have been asked to “ssh to xxx.yyy.com with ssh2”. I have a PC running ... A: and thanks for your question. "ssh" stands for "Secure Shell". This usually refers to a telnet ...
Will my older computer work on a wireless internet hookup	1/21/2004
Q: I have recently added broadband at home 2megabytes broadband and I have a newer computer that is ... A: and thanks for your question. You absolutely can use your older computer on your internet ...
Max Connection Per Server	1/19/2004
Q: Aloha Ralph I think a lot of people are getting carried away with the MaxConnectionPerServer tweak ... A: and thanks for your question. MaxConnectionsPerServer is a registry value that dictates the maximum ...
network hardware	1/14/2004
Q: could you tell what hardware is required to connect two computers to a cable network and what brand ... A: and thanks for your question. The most important thing you need is a router. This device will ...
ethernet cable	1/9/2004
Q: 1) I have a router in the basement. We have computers in two rooms. Now I need to add a third ... A: and thanks for your questions. 1) The solution to your problem is simple - buy an ethernet hub ...
Linksys and T1	1/7/2004
Q: I am currently troubleshooting a network that is completely baffling me. The setup is as follows: ... A: and thanks for your interesting question! Based on what you are saying, it is clearly a Linksys WAN ...

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