Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

Example wired Ethernet network

The following is an example of a wired Ethernet network. The network is made up of a router, a cable or DSL modem, your computers, and cables connecting each of these components. The router is the central control point for the network. Attached to the router are all of your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Also connected to the router is a cable or DSL modem that provides access to the Internet.

Cable/DSL modem

Router,

switch, or hub

Tips & Tricks

To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network

 

to your wired Ethernet network, connect an access point

 

to the router, switch, or hub. For more information about

 

accessing a wireless Ethernet, see “Using a wireless

 

Ethernet network” on page 156.

 

 

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