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Step by step guide to connecting all your electronic devices into one network

A home network allows you to share Internet connections, photos, video, music, game consoles, printers, and other electronic gadgets. This do-it-yourself guide shows you step by step how to create a wired or wireless network in your home.

In the For Dummies tradition of making technology less intimidating, Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies breaks down the process into easy steps with clear instructions.

  • Increasing broadband speeds, cellular technology, the explosive growth of iPhone sales, and the new Home Group feature in Windows 7 all contribute to a booming interest in home networking
  • This step-by-step guide walks do-it-yourselfers through the process of setting up a wired or wireless network with Windows 7 and Windows Vista
  • Demonstrates how to connect desktops or laptops, printers, a home server, a router, high-speed Internet access, a video game system, a telephone line, and entertainment peripherals
  • Shows how to share files, music, and video, and connect to an iPhone
  • Provides maintenance and troubleshooting tips

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies enables you to take advantage of everything a home network can offer without hiring a technology wizard.

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Network your family's computers so you can share files, printers, and more — now it's easy!

Connecting all your home's computers into a network lets you share files, devices, entertainment, and more. This friendly book shows you, step by step, how to create your very own wired or wireless network.

You'll learn what hardware you need, where to position a wireless router, how to connect a Bluetooth device, how to arrange access for different family members, and everything else necessary to get your network up and running. Then you'll learn to secure it, monitor the kids' online activities, speed up your Internet connection, and even set up a gaming network. What are you waiting for?

Open the book and find:

  • Directions for installing a wireless router

  • How to help different versions of Windows work together

  • Tips on configuring file and printer sharing

  • Instructions for setting up a Windows 7 HomeGroup

  • Wireless security procedures

  • Troubleshooting advice

Learn to:

  • Set up a wired or wireless network from start to finish

  • Share connections and files onWindows 7

  • Connect your gadgets, share music, and do it all yourself!

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Network your family's computers so you can share files, printers, and more now it's easy!

Connecting all your home's computers into a network lets you share files, devices, entertainment, and more. This friendly book shows you, step by step, how to create your very own wired or wireless network.

You'll learn what hardware you need, where to position a wireless router, how to connect a Bluetooth device, how to arrange access for different family members, and everything else necessary to get your network up and running. Then you'll learn to secure it, monitor the kids' online activities, speed up your Internet connection, and even set up a gaming network. What are you waiting for?

Open the book and find:

  • Directions for installing a wireless router

    • How to help different versions of Windows work together

      • Tips on configuring file and printer sharing

        • Instructions for setting up a Windows 7 HomeGroup

          • Wireless security procedures

            • Troubleshooting advice

              Learn to:

              • Set up a wired or wireless network from start to finish

                • Share connections and files onWindows 7

                  • Connect your gadgets, share music, and do it all yourself!

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies; 1st edition (April 4, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0470561734
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0470561737
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.37 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.82 x 10 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is geared for the absolute beginner. It ...
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This book is geared for the absolute beginner. It will help the beginner greatly in setting up a home network. The book does use Netgear router setup, but you shouldn't have a problem if you have another brand of router. I bought this book just to test the knowledge I had on home networking and to see if I was in need of some info and not for learning since I am experienced in home networking.
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William J Jr.
3.0 out of 5 stars great for computer settings but not for your router that may be part of your home system.
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2022
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great for computer settings but not for your router that may be part of your home system.
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PWS
4.0 out of 5 stars Good for Windows 7
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2013
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The book is focused on Windows 7 and I found it answered a number of questions. If you are very familiar with home networking issues then you don't need these types of books, but there is a reason why they call the series "For Dummies" books. I think it is especially helpful for Windows 7 users.
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Dean from Ohio
5.0 out of 5 stars Always a good purchase
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2014
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Books for Dummies are perfect for me, they break it down to where I can understand the information so that I can complete what I am attempting to accomplish
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Glenn
1.0 out of 5 stars Description does not clearly defined contents.
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2016
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Good book it if you want to know something about home networking, ancillary features of' Windows 7, and have PCs using Windows 7. Limited value if you're trying to understand networking as the primary goal. Much of the content regards windows 7. Unfortunately, a waste of my money as the description didn't clearly define the book and its contents to help me make the right choice.
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steve-o
5.0 out of 5 stars Seems to have all the information necessary for answering all ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2015
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Seems to have all the information necessary for answering all networking questions. I'm sure I will find this a valuable resource in the next couple months.
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Larry
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2016
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Not enough networking information, this truly is a book for Dummies!
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Warren Von Uffel
5.0 out of 5 stars Good reference for home networking
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2014
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This is a very well written text on home networking. It covers many other facets of computer usage and problems.
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Don Lacey
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book while we wait for the next computer wave.
Reviewed in Canada on August 3, 2018
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Be the master of your home network universe. Just dont tell your workmates or you'll be pressed into service fixing everyones network problems.
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Sara Atkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy and clear instructions
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2016
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Says what is is! Easy and clear instructions.
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OLE GERMER
3.0 out of 5 stars It is a learning book. so far so good
Reviewed in Canada on April 30, 2018
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Many things to learn. Only gotten halfway through now.
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Mr. C. Robinson
3.0 out of 5 stars Straightforward Advice
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2013
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This book (based on Vista) has been superseded by latter versions for Windows 7 & 8.

However, as I wanted to install a wired and wireless network around a Vista PC, this book was ideal for me.

On the downside. the quality of the paper and pint were not too good, and as the font size was rather small, in some sections it was difficult to read, while in front of the PC, requiring much switching of glasses.
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Coppergib
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 6, 2016
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Good book for biginners. Easy to understand. Recommend it.
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