Networking Devices Wireless or Wired How They Work
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Networking Devices Wireless or Wired
How They Work l Router is a computer networking device that forwards data packets across an internet-work toward their destinations, through a process known as routing. l They are units that mediate data in a computer network. l Routers connect your computer to one another. It is now being implemented as internet gateways primarily for small networks like those used in homes or offices.
l Different network types use different hardware, but they all have the essential components: -More than one computer -A router to coordinate exchange of information -A path for the information to follow from one computer to another l By connecting a router to your dial-up, DSL, or Cable Modem, multiple computers can share: - Files or documents - An internet connection - Other hardware devices such as printers, scanners, etc.
internet Computer Router Computer
Major Parameters l Cable and Wireless connection l Devices 1. Cable… cable modem, router 2. Wireless… router, access point, network interface card l Speed: (example) DSL= 256 kbps Wireless= 54 mb
Major Brands Price $129 $49 $ 5 - 25 Linksys $100 $23 $100 $42 $179 Built in $49 $ 5 - 25 Belkin $49 $ 5 - 25 Netgear Apple Built in
Recommendations l For the Home user: ¡ Wireless 802. 11 N • Ease of use, accessible to everyone, streaming media • Fastest speed available in a wireless solution l For the Corporate user: ¡ Gigabit LAN Network • Ease of use, accessible to everyone, streaming media • Fastest speed available in a wired solution • Files can be retrieved from the Server(s) much faster • Ex: Email servers, Animation rendering