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Are Wireless Networks Secure

Top 10 Tips for Wireless Home Network SecurityThese recommendations will help improve the security of your home wireless network.

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Are Wireless Networks Secure?It's all relative
What Is a Network Backbone?High-speed conduit
Connecting Two ComputersSimple point to point networking
Internet2 Now 100 Gbps Capable10x bandwidth increase
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyShort range
Broadband Router NetworkingBuilt-in security features
Network Security at About.comIncludes wired, business networks

Proxy Servers and ListsOn the Internet, proxy servers provide a way to visit sites anonymously. Proxy servers also provide network firewall, connection sharing, and caching technology for private networks.
What Is Ad-Hoc Mode?On wireless computer networks, ad-hoc mode is a method for wireless devices to directly communicate with each other. Many people recommend disabling ad-hoc mode when not using it, for security reasons.

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How to Change a Network Router's PasswordThese pages walk through the steps to change the default password on a common Linksys network router. The exact steps will vary depending on the specific model of router in use, but the process is similar in any case.

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Using Your Apple iPhone As a ModemIt can be done apparently
127.0.0.1The 'loopback' IP address
Networking 101Key concepts and technologies
About Wi-FiWireless home networks and hotspots
About TCP/IPNetwork protocol of the Internet
TCP and UDP Port NumbersReserved, registered, dynamic
Internet Remote Access SoftwareRemote desktop and other services
About Ethernet HubsIn computer networking, a hub is a small, simple, inexpensive device that joins multiple computers together. Ethernet is the type traditionally used in home networking, but does anyone really use an Ethernet hub anymore?
Find Wireless Hotspots OnlineSeveral Web sites offer searchable listings of public WiFi hotspots. Hotels, airports, restaurants and many other businesses offer free or paid wireless Internet connectivity services via these hotspots. Use one of the services to map out your Internet access before you travel.