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what networks are and how they work;
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how a network can help save money and reduce equipment
clutter through sharing;
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what types of entertainment a home network can provide;
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how home networks can give you more time away from the
office;
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the different types of home networks;
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types of hardware you might need for your network;
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basic information about network software;
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choosing the best network types;
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making your network type selection;
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finding the right wired or wireless equipment;
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balancing network costs and performance;
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understanding the influence of your Internet connection;
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choosing the right wired network components;
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selecting the proper wireless network components;
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creating an integration of wired and wireless network;
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installing network adapters in PCs;
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choosing the correct location for your network hardware;
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adding the centerpiece hardware of your home network;
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configuring your PC for network access;
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setting up the router;
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getting to the Internet through your home network;
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understanding the basics of network security;
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controlling access to your home network;
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preventing computer virus attacks;
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why sharing your network is important;
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how to share, files, internet connections, and printers;
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keeping your private files private;
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sharing your broadband connection;
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creating a network entertainment center;
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adding a game console to the network;
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listening to Internet radio;
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using streaming media; and
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setting up a webcam.
