About Computer Networking: Using Networks to Play Games, on Broadband, Maybe

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Use and Upgrade From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking One of the most enjoyable things you can do with a computer network is play connected games with friends and family. To play networked games, you may need to upgrade some equipment at home, and you should also be prepared to troubleshoot technical issues. Oh, and its a good idea to have broadband. What, you say you already have broadband? The U.S. FCC may not agree with your assessment. Introduction to Online Gaming Setups Are you new to the concept of online and network gaming? Or simply want to know enough to be able to carry on a lucid conversation with a gamer? If so, we've got an article to get you started. Are You Sure You Have Broadband? Some of you in the U.S. who thought you had a broadband Internet connection just last week may be surprised to find out you don't now. That's because the U.S. FCC now defines broadband as supporting 4 Mbps for downloads and 1 Mbps for uploads. Whatever. The Wireless Spectrum Crisis 2010 If you think all that interference from your neighbor's Wi-Fi home network or dropped calls are due to there not being enough wireless bandwidth in the world, think again. The Meaning of Speed on Computer Networks Bandwidth and latency are two key properties of a computer network connection that both contribute to its overall "speed." Our friends at the FCC may not have read this article before publishing their latest report. Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Dark Fiber Networks Games to Play Now Broadband Connection Play Free Fun Games Featured Articles VPN - Virtual Private Networks Internet Access and Services Readers Respond: Do You Need 802.11n Wireless-N? Wireless/Networking Message Board Proxy Servers and Proxy Lists Can a Mac Be Connected to a PC?   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! 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