Networking For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)) - Softcover

Lowe, Doug

Softcover

ISBN 10: 111925776X ISBN 13: 9781119257769

Publisher: For Dummies, 2016

Synopsis

The #1 bestselling beginner's guide to computer networking―now in a new edition

Need networking know-how, but don't know where to turn? Run―don't walk―to the no-nonsense networking guidance offered in this friendly guide! Whether you're a networking administrator or an everyday computer user looking to set up a network in your home or office, Networking For Dummies seamlessly gets you connected with the basics and gives you the knowledge to work out whatever kinks may come your way―in no time.

A network can make everything in your home or office run more smoothly and easily, but setting one up can be challenging for even the most computer-savvy people. Well, relax―this bestselling guide has you covered! Inside, you'll find step-by-step instructions on setting up and maintaining a network, working with broadband and wireless technologies, ensuring you're following best practices with storage and back-up procedures, building a wired or wireless network, and much more.

• Set up a network for all major operating systems
• Secure, optimize, and troubleshoot your network
• Create an intranet and use the Cloud safely
• Make sense of the latest updates to Windows 10

Don't let a thorny networking issue get the best of you! Heed the simple guidance in this friendly guide and effectively network your way to more effective shared data and resources.

About this title

About the Author

Doug Lowe is the information technology director for a civil engineering firm in Clovis, California. He has been managing networks at publishing companies and nonprofits for more than 30 years and is the bestselling author of Networking All-in-One For Dummies.

From the Back Cover

• Build a wired or wireless network
• Secure and optimize your network
• Set up a server and manage Windows^® User Accounts

The #1 beginner's networking book

Inside…

• Connect to the Internet
• Set up a wireless network
• Establish a server
• Handle multiple accounts
• Use the cloud―safely
• Create an intranet
• Back up your data
• Secure your network
• Troubleshoot with ease

If you need networking know-how, look no further than the no-nonsense guidance offered inside. Whether you're a networking administrator or everyday computer user looking to set up a network in your home or office, this bestselling book gets you connected with the basics and gives you the knowledge to work out whatever issues may come your way.

From the Inside Flap

• Build a wired or wireless network
• Secure and optimize your network
• Set up a server and manage Windows^® User Accounts

The #1 beginner's networking book

Inside…

• Connect to the Internet
• Set up a wireless network
• Establish a server
• Handle multiple accounts
• Use the cloud—safely
• Create an intranet
• Back up your data
• Secure your network
• Troubleshoot with ease

If you need networking know-how, look no further than the no-nonsense guidance offered inside. Whether you're a networking administrator or everyday computer user looking to set up a network in your home or office, this bestselling book gets you connected with the basics and gives you the knowledge to work out whatever issues may come your way.

Edition details

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 111925776X
• ISBN 13: 9781119257769
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 456