About John Teodoro Expertise I have 15 years of experience in computer troubleshooting, networking and repairs as well as electronics. I can answer questions concerning Windows Server 2000 and 2003, hardware repair and upgrades as well as questions regarding Windows 2000/XP. If I don`t know it, I can guarantee I will find the answer. I can answer questions regarding Digital Video Editing as I have edited quite a few short films and a feature.
Experience I have worked both as a Technical Director and Information Technology Manager and I have been operating a home-based computer consulting business for many years, which includes the installation, update and security of computer systems and Windows 2000/2003 servers. I have also drafted many IT Plans and consultation reports for specific recommendations.
My experience ranges from Project Planning to finding different networking solutions for companies. My work has demanded that I keep informed and this has always allowed me to be proactive by keeping up to date with technology; this involves researching and learning on a day to day basis, which I find to be fundamental.
I also co-produced and edited a number of films so I can offer a vast knowledge on the subject.
Education/Credentials Some of my credentials include:
Telephony repair and maintenance (2000) - Bell Canada.
ISO 9000 Internal Auditor (1999) - SGS SCI Canada Inc.
Signature Service Consumer Relations (1999) - Wilson Learning Worldwide.
Certified Novell Administrator CNA (1998) Intranetware 4.11.
Micro-Computer Technology, Troubleshooting and Networking (1998).
Electronics Troubleshooting and Repairs (1990-1991).
Office Systems Technology (1989-1990).
Co-owner of Icebreaker Films.
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Dear Mr John Teodoro
expert in computer troubleshooting and networking
I am faris nassar from jordan, i am a paricipate in world link course, i will thankful if you could answer my next question..
how can i make an ip sharing and securing?
I have small network"cafee net", consiste of 20 computers ,using Windows XP Pro and the cafee will be wire.
thank you
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Hi,
In order for me to help you, I would need to know what you are trying to setup? A small network? What are you using, Windows XP Pro, Home, 2000? How many computers? Do you need wireless? What do you need secure (for example the wireless access).
If you could please give me as much detail as possible, it would make it easier for me to try and help you as I do not understand the question.
Thanks you,
John
P.S. No need to ask a new question, simply post a follow up.
Answer Hi,
Actually I suggest a few things, especially since you will be offering a service to the public.
I would suggest to get a good router, typically a switch but at the same time has firmware that allows you to connect directly to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and then you "share" the signal with the other computers and without proxy sopftware. Each computer is independent so you don't have to have a computer or software running...that means no need to share the connection via Windows XP, they are all independent.
Linksys makes very good routers that are very simple to install and cost $50 to $90. You plug them in and normally up and running within 15 minutes. You can find more information on their products at:
If going for a wireless, which also might be a neat idea in a cafe, the only thing to look for is the "B" or "G". The "B" means it runs at 11Mbps and the "G" at 54Mbps. For simple Internet access it means absolutely nothing but if you had planed to transfer files from one computer to the other, it means 11 vs 54 (regular wired cards run at 100Mbps and 1000Mbps).
Make sure you are NOT using crossover cables, you should not use them with a router, you need a straight through cable. A crossover is used when connecting 2 computers directly to each other without a hub or router. Since you have 20 computers, you will also need a switch. You will plug the computers into the switch and the switch into the router, through any of the numbered ports, but not the one that says inet, this is for the modem.
All this information will come with the linksys router, but let me go through the basics. Your cable modem should plug into the port that is specially assigned on the router it might say something like "inet" or "internet". Then your computers will plug into the numbered connectors (usually 1 through 4), any of them will do. All of course with a standard RJ-45 (cat 5) cable. Inside the router's menu you'll want to go to the setup menu and make sure that DHCP is turned on. DHCP is what gives out an IP address to your computer along with all the information it needs to access the Internet. Again, you can turn that on in the router's configuration menu.
You should make sure that all computers are set to accept automatically an IP adress, you do that by right clicking on My Network Places go to properties, then right click on your local area connection, then go to properties again. From there click on TCP/IP...then click on properties again. Make sure that the green dots are both set to "obtain an IP address..." and "Obtain DNS server..." click on OK, OK and close the remaining window. Do that on all computers.
You should make sure that both computers are part of the same Workgroup. Check this by right clicking on My Computer, select properties then select the "Computer Name" tab. From there you will see what the name of the Workgroup is. By default it is set to "WORKGROUP". That's ok as long as both have the exact same name. If you need to change it or modify it, click on "Change...". This will bring up another window allowing you to modify the name of the Workgroup. There are other methods of setting up a peer-to-peer Network, this is the easiest method. Reboot and you should see the other computer.
Make sure all the computers are running the same version and Service Packs.
If that does not work, try this short article from Microsoft on setting up a peer-to-peer network:
