Home Networking
Below is a list of the most popular types of home networking, all these technologies are available now and can be implemented very quickly and easily in your home. Once a Network is in place you are able to share a Printer between all computers eliminating the need for a printer on each computer. Sharing files accross the network is simple - all you need is Windows! You can also share the Internet to all computers through one modem or ADSL connection. If you require more information or would like to get a quote please don't hesitate in contacting us HERE Ethernet: 10/100Mbps The most popular network method because of the low price of the network cards, reliability and speed; but it can be a pain to run the wires through your home. Wireless 802.11b: 11 Mbps 802.11b is now the standard for wireless networking in both the home and business. It has become inexpensive, has good speed but may not is not apporporiate for secure communications. Wireless 802.11a: 54 Mbps A new standard for wireless ethernet, 802.11a is incompatible with 802.11b and g. It does however offer amazing speeds for a wireless network. Wireless 802.11g: 22 Mbps An uprgade to 802.11b, the 802.11g standard doubles the speed of 802.11b while retaining compatibility. Alternative Technologies Alternative networking technologies are often used to supplement a primary network. The can be 'bridged' to other networks to creats a seamless infrastructure. Ethernet: Gigabit - 1000TX The fastest network technology available to the home or small business, gigabit ethernet comes built in to most Mac systems now. As the name suggests, gigabit ethernet runs at 1000Mbps Firewire Networking - 400Mbps Modern operating systems now support networking over firewire cables. Most appropriate for short distances, firewire is FAST and inexpensive to install. Great for transferring huge video files between computers! 800Mbps firewire is on it's way too! Bluetooth A new wireless networking technology, bluetooth has recently made an appearance. It is easy to implement and will be VERY inexpensive soon. Because of its low speed (1.5Mbps) it is not appropriate as a replacement for other networks but IS valuable (as apple will soon prove). Below is a table highlighting the main features of the different networking types. Technology Speed Wireless Range Support Cost Ethernet 10/100 100Mbs N A A A 802.11b 11Mbps Y B A B 802.11a 52/72 Mbps Y C B C 802.11g 22/54Mbps Y C A D Gigabit Ethernet 1000Mbps N A D D Firewire 400Mbps N D C A Bluetooth 1.5Mbps Y D C C Chart Explanation - D is poor or inappropriate, A is best Range: In terms of a home network, will it cover the whole house? A D means short distances, an A means almost any home would be covered without additional equipment. Support: In terms of industry support for home networking ranging from drivers for different OS's, the availability of bridges and routers, and the support the industry has for using this technology as a home network solution. Cost: An A is the least expensive. This is the relative cost not just for the network adapters, but the relative cost of hubs, access points, repeaters, or other things needed for a complete home networking solution. If you require more information or would like to get a quote please don't hesitate in contacting us HERE
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