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Home Network Technologies and Strategies

June 20, 2001
Home Network Technologies and Strategies
By  Bruce Brown

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Looking for a cost-effective way to share Internet access on your home PCs? Do you wonder which home network technology or mix of technologies is best for your needs? Our coverage of home networking technologies and strategies can help you decide whether you should install a power line or phone line network setup, set yourself totally free with a wireless components, or stick with tried and true wired Ethernet--or possibly install a combination of the technologies. If you want to be informed about the latest developments in home networks, you've come to the right place.
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  TABLE OF CONTENTS
•  Home Network Technologies and Strategies
    Introduction
Home Networking Technology Overview
Home Networking Tutorials
Using Linux on a Home Network
Backups, Anti-Virus Programs, and Security Features
Residential Gateways for Home Networks
Not Yet Ready for Prime Time, But Almost
Decision Trees
Home Networking Glossary
Further Resources
Vendor and Product Listings
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