About Computer Networking: When Networks Aren't Reliable Enough

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	from Bradley Mitchell This past week, several unrelated current events are excellent examples of how critical the reliability of computer networks is in our everyday lives. Today's newsletter is dedicated to network reliability issues and technology.
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Wireless Not Good Enough for the Olympics The official computer network of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing will not utilize any wireless technology, apparently to ensure maximum reliability and security. Is this logical thinking, or just plain paranoia? Feel free to add your opinion at the Comments link when visiting the headline above.             More Topics Tips for Troubleshooting Windows File Sharing Typical issues in Windows file sharing Firmware Updates for Wireless Routers Maximize reliability and performance Fixing Network Cable Unplugged Errors in Windows Eliminate annoying error messages QoS - Quality of Service Policies for predictability Tips for Improving a Wireless Home Network Fixing standard problems About Network Backups If all else fails, save everything Wired vs Wireless Networking Is Wi-Fi really less stable? Thousands of Travelers Stranded by Network Failure A high-profile network outage stranded thousands of travelers at the Los Angeles International Airport this past weekend. Though you may have heard this was a "computer glitch," apparently the problem was to do with certain network cables. Ouch!   Poll - How Many Devices Are On Your Home Network? More than 900 readers have responded to our latest poll, asking about the number of devices set up on their home network. You might be surprised how big some people's networks are! Obviously the larger the network, the more challenging it is to keep everything running reliably.     Sponsored Links   Help for Busy Moms Help for Busy Moms Get help for handling those busy days. From planning meals to having fun in the great outdoors, find tips for helping your kids grow and thrive. Learn more

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