In the computer networking world, the three most ubiquitous pieces of equipment are modems, routers, and switches. These are used everywhere from the datacenter hosting Google to the internet ...

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The three devices commonly used for linking components together on a network are hubs, switches and routers. Though similar in function they differ in capability and utilization. Hubs and switches ...

Standing in the networking aisle of an electronics retail store, anybody could mistakenly pick up a router instead of an Ethernet switch or vice versa. The product packages as well as the devices ...

I am confused as to exactly how something like this works. It is called a "Wi-Fi Router". Does that mean if I connect this thing into my current router, then there is a double NAT situation? I don't ...

Setting up internet at home can feel like a big task, but it does not have to be. There are many devices out there, but you probably only need a few to get started. Some gear is needed for a good ...

I live in a duplex, and my next door neighbor is a good friend of mine and we have cat5 strung between our houses outside through the windows. I just recently moved in, so until I could get a cable ...