About Computer Networking: Wi-Fi Signals, Channels and Benefits

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Use and Upgrade From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking Why did Israel ban the iPad?. Industry observers and networking experts have been confused as technically the iPad's wireless radios seem fundamentally no different from those of many other wireless gadgets. Yet the iPad allegedly can cause excessive radio interference. Could it be just a simple misunderstanding? How Can the Range of a WiFi Network Be Boosted? Normally people complain about the opposite: That the Wi-Fi signal of their favorite roaming device doesn't reach far enough. It turns out you can boost the signal range of a Wi-Fi computer or computer network in several ways. We suggest 5 of them here. Changing the Wi-Fi Channel Number to Avoid Interference One effective but little-used technique for avoiding wireless interference between different Wi-Fi networks is to change the channel numbers they use. Unlike television channels, though, all the Wi-Fi channels carry the same show. nslookup vs ping Both ping and nslookup are common software utilities used to help troubleshoot computer networks. Are you familiar with their capabilities, and how they differ from each other? We can explain. What Are the Benefits of Home Networking? Some people need more basic information. Perhaps you've just figured out how to set up a home computer network, or had someone do it for you, and are not sure what to do with it? Check our overview of the benefits of home networking to see if you're getting the most from your own network. Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Wi Fi 802.11 802.11 Channels Wireless Channels WiFi Channels Featured Articles VIDEO: How to Set Up a Wireless Network Reader Comments: Mad Catz Wireless-N Gaming Adapter Readers Respond: How Big (or Small) is Your Computer Network VPN - Virtual Private Networking Wireless/Networking Message Board What Is a Wireless Access Point?   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Computer Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool Advertisement