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Key Phrases: bluetooth network, network attached storage, cell fusion, Windows Vista, United States, Wi-Fi Alliance (more...)
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"...a great place to start...well worth the money..." (Microsoft Windows XP Official Magazine, March 2004)

"...the for Dummies tradition is upheld, through, with clear explanations of technical terms..." (Computer Active, 7 August 2003)

"...a great place to start...well worth the money..." -- Microsoft Windows XP Official Magazine, March 2004

"...the for Dummies tradition is upheld, through, with clear explanations of technical terms..." -- Computer Active, 7 August 2003 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.



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Wireless home networks are better than ever! The emergence of new industry standards has made them easier, more convenient, less expensive to own and operate. Still, you need to know what to look for (and look out for), and the expert guidance you’ll find in Wireless Home Networks For Dummies, 3rd Edition helps you ensure that your wire-free life is also a hassle-free life!

This user-friendly, plain-English guide delivers all of the tips, tricks, and knowledge you need to plan your wireless home network, evaluate and select the equipment that will work best for you, install and configure your wireless network, and much more. You’ll find out how to share your Internet connection over your network, as well as files, printers, and other peripherals. And, you’ll learn how to avoid the “gotchas” that can creep in when you least expect them. Discover how to:

  • Choose the right networking equipment
  • Install and configure your wireless network
  • Integrate Bluetooth into your network
  • Work with servers, gateways, routers, and switches
  • Connect audiovisual equipment to your wireless network
  • Play wireless, multiuser computer games
  • Establish and maintain your network’s security
  • Troubleshoot networking problems
  • Improve network performance
  • Understand 802.11n

Whether you’re working with Windows PCs, Mac OS X machines, or both Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition, makes it fast and easy to get your wireless network up and running—and keep it that way!


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  • Paperback: 408 pages
  • Publisher: For Dummies; 3 edition (April 7, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470258896
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470258897
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #32,917 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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57 of 58 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wireless once again!, June 18, 2005
This book is a terrific resource. I knew very little about networks or wireless accessing and just had wireless installed. We were up & running for less than a week before I lost my wireless connection. I LABORED over re-connecting for hours and then days. Pure torture. Even the ADSL guys (as well as the Linksys-router folks) couldn't help us. Finally, I found this book and read it cover to cover. Within 10 minutes of finishing it, I was reconnected, AND I now understand so much about how this system works. Reading this book prior to having wirless installed is like taking your driver's license test prior to driving alone. (And the humor is always uplifting). I definitely would recommend this book!
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't let the title fool you, April 14, 2005
This is a great book, and a resource for anyone, not just dummies. Wireless networking can get complex. Some of this info was really basic for me because I know what an access point does, but I learned a lot I did not know. I was impressed with how much they crammed in this book, because any one of these topics could take up a whole book unto itself. I checked out a number of books before settling on this one. I went to the bookstore and passed on Wi-Fi Home Networking (not complete enough), Home Networking for Dummies (I wanted wireless focus), and a few others. I'm happy with the choice, and would recommend it highly.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good source for beginners..., February 27, 2006
By OneManShow (Carl's Pool, Somewhere on the Jersey Shore) - See all my reviews
This book is a nice introduction to wireless networking. The writing is easy to follow and gives general explanations for novice users to understand. However, if you're looking for help setting up your wireless security, this is definitely NOT the book to buy. It was published three years ago and wireless security has improved a lot (we really need an updated version of this book). The authors mention using WEP encryption, which is rarely used anymore since it takes only minutes to break. They barely touch on WPA, widely used because a different encryption key is used for every data packet. For help with setting up security, there's a lot of free information available online.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
A well written and easy to understand book. Does not get dry or boring and fairly easy to find what you need. Also some good info on related technologies. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Goose

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource!
A tremendous amount of help in setting up an effective home wireless network. Easy to read, with sufficient detail, and just enough humor to keep you interested, all in the great... Read more
Published 1 month ago by G. K. Baker

1.0 out of 5 stars Not helpful at all, way too technical
Even though I am fairly confident with computers, and quite knowlegable of basic computer usage and components, this left me in a total fog. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ramona L. Voight

2.0 out of 5 stars Severely Out Of Date
This was an excellent book for its time, but that was '05-'06. This is an obviously rapidly evolving technology and a book like this, (or the buyers of it), deserve an annual... Read more
Published 5 months ago by halfchihuahua

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Very helpful and current for individuals who are interested in wireless or wired home networking. I found the book to be an excellent resource and covered my particular... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sandor Lenner

2.0 out of 5 stars Not of good value to me
I have little knowledge on the subject, but the book was of no value to me. If you know anything about wireless home networking, you probably don't need this book.
Published 12 months ago by Donald Weber

5.0 out of 5 stars Not a bad intro to home wireless networking.
I read this out of curiosity and found it to be a decent little introduction to wireless for non-networking people. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mathew A. Shember

2.0 out of 5 stars Not helpful
Setting up a router and a network is in my opinion neither routine nor intuitive. So, I purchased this book to guide me through the process of getting a network set up. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Chip

1.0 out of 5 stars This book is for dummies!
This book is for dummies alright. I feel like a dummy now that I have wasted hours reading it. I'm returning the book tomorrow. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Chris Patry

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll Learn a Lot - Regardless of What You Know Now
I was quite impressed with this book. Although I've had a wireless network for several years, I discovered some very valuable things that helped me to have a far better, more... Read more
Published on August 14, 2007 by Susanna Hutcheson

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