http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics This section contains information about computer networking basics and certification. en-us Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:37:17 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/basics.xml http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/88092302.asp Synchronous, Asynchronous and Isochronous are all methods used to transfer streams of data. This article uses waveform diagrams to explain the difference. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:37:17 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/88092901.asp Bluetooth is a wireless technology designed for short range data communications. Two or more Bluetooth devices establish a connection and form a small wireless network known as a Piconet. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:40:51 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89000103.asp Mobile Broadband allows you to get Internet access from anywhere within the range of cell tower. The data speeds of cellular modems has advanced rapidly over the years. Today's 4G (fourth generation) cellular mobile communications can provide data rates up to 100 Mbps. Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:54:23 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89001103.asp Fiber broadband is the optical fiber, which replaces all or part of the usual metal local loops used for the final leg of delivering connectivity in telecommunications. With optical fiber technology it is likely that speeds that are considered to be broadband could change in coming times. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:01:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89001202.asp Cable broadband Internet service uses a coaxial cable and/or fiber-optic cable from the provider's office to your home or office. At your end, the coaxial cable connects to a router or modem. The router or modem connects to your network or computer through an USB cable, Ethernet cable, or wireless circuit. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:20:39 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89001201.asp Satellite broadband internet service transmits and receives signals between a ground dish antenna and a geosynchronous satellite. A geosynchronous satellite orbits the Earth with a period equal to the Earth's rotational period and therefor appears motionless, at a fixed position in the sky. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:06:12 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89022501.asp Sniffer is another word for network analyzer. Network intruders use sniffing to capture confidential information, and the terms sniffing and eavesdropping are often associated with this practice. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:17:00 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89022601.asp This book provides complete information and step-by-step Instructions for analyzing protocols and network traffic on Windows, Unix or Mac OS X networks. First, readers will learn about the types of sniffers available today and see the benefits of using Ethereal. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:56:40 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89041201.asp Having trouble connecting your devices together and to the Internet, or printing from any computer? With Cisco Network Magic Pro, you can avoid lengthy, tech support phone calls, hard to navigate online forums and expensive on-site consultants. It provides do-it-yourself tools for setting up, managing and securing your network. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:11:31 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/89041302.asp This book is a straight to the point description of networks, what they do, how they operate, and how to manage them. The book is largely free of jargon and arcane, obscure terminology. The author does a good job of laying out the essentials in an easy to understand format. Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:51:46 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/90032301.asp With the plethora of desktop and mobile devices in your home or office connectivity between everything and to the Internet is vital for maximum productivity and entertainment. This guide walks through the various standards, the devices that support flexible connectivity options and how you can use them for maximum benefit. Tue, 7 Sep 2010 19:21:57 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/90071101.asp This Free ebook provides some training to prepare you for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. Holding CompTIA certification is a great advantage to a computer technology professional because it provides proof to employers that you have the competence required to perform the job. Thu, 20 May 2010 17:37:33 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/90072801.asp In this easy-to-use DVD, top network consultant David L. Prowse walks you through every skill and concept you’ll need to master to pass the new CompTIA Network+ Exam (N10-004/JK0-016). This DVD contains more than seven hours videos designed to build and test your knowledge of networking technologies. Mon, 3 May 2010 16:08:41 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/91071001.asp In order to become a network engineer, you must have the necessary skills as well as a love of computers. As with any other career, you need to follow certain steps to accomplish your goal. These are the top five requirements needed to become a network engineer. Thu, 21 May 2009 15:10:02 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/91112201.asp Unlike tower servers, offices that use rack servers which traditionally come in 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U or 6U are installed in racks. The numbers that give names to the rack mounted servers precisely indicate the number of Us they occupy in the racks. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/91112302.asp Hit the ground running with the street-smart training you'll find in this practical book. Using a "year in the life" approach, it gives you an inside look at network administration, with key information organized around the actual day-to-day tasks, scenarios, and challenges you'll face in the field. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/93082701.asp CompTIA Network+ Self-Study Guide is very well written and gives you the information at the tip of your hands... straight to the point. The examples used are very clear and the language is simple. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/93100204.asp A Proxy Server is a piece of software that works at the Application layer of the OSI model to increase the security of a network. A proxy server acts as an intermediary between the internal network and external networks. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/93110101.asp DSL or xDSL is a group of technologies that provide digital data transfer over the telephone network. DSL technology was originally begun as a part of the Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). The typical transfer speeds of DSL services range from 128 kilobits per second to 24,000 kbit/s. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/93110201.asp You see advertisements for Bluetooth enabled cell phones, PDAs, and laptops, and all sorts of different devices taking advantage of this wireless standard. But, what is it? Bluetooth technology is nothing new, but in many respects it still seems to be more of a buzz word rather than a well understood, commonly accepted technology. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/94023001.asp From your Network+ exam studies, you know that switches forward broadcasts, and that sounds great, but that's not always a good thing. A switch can have anywhere from 12 ports to 80 or more, and by default all hosts connected to that switch are going to be in the same broadcast domain. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/94023002.asp Part of passing the Network+ exam is mastering the many different protocols and services you're introduced to in your studies, and that's especially hard when two protocols do much the same thing! That's the case with RARP and DHCP, so let's take a close look at these two protocols and why we use them in the first place. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/94092801.asp Here in one place is everything you need to know about wireless networking your PC. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/94092802.asp Creating a customized home Wi-Fi network is a great weekend project that you can accomplish with some patience and the proper tools. Before you dive into the wireless world, make sure you know what lies ahead of you. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/94101802.asp CompTIA provides several different areas of certification. Network+ certification specifies the skills and knowledge that a computer networking technician must have. It verifies that you have the knowledge to competently perform the computer networking technician job. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/95091703.asp CompTIA certification is an advantage because it provides proof to employers that you have the competence required to perform the job. It can help you acquire employment in fact many employers require CompTIA certification. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/97060530.asp Many small to medium sized organizations are wrestling with Windows server and paying excessive licensing fees when they don't need to. Sure, a server provides centralized security administration, but is it really more efficient? Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/97092030.asp A basic network consists of two or more computers connected to each other by cable. Computers that are connected to the network can send messages or email back and forth, and can share data, applications, and peripherals. Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT http://bucarotechelp.com/networking/basics/97102920.asp Have you ever wondered what happens when you enter, or click on, a web address in your browser? How does your computer connect to the Web site you requested? Part of what makes that happen is the Internet's Domain Name Service (DNS). Sun, 2 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT