About Computer Networking: When Will You Get 1 Gbps Internet?

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Use and Upgrade From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking The debate about whether Internet connections really run at the speeds claimed by service providers may never end. But what if you had a 1,000 Mbps package instead of a paltry 1 or 10? Even if you only got 50% of a gigabit, it would be hard to complain. (Almsot) 1 Gbps Home Internet (Test) in the U.S. It has been almost two years since 1 Gbps home Internet in Japan first became available. Trouble is, few other places have been able to roll out something similar. Is the U.S. finally catching up? What Is a Public IP Address? An IP address is considered public if the IP number is valid and falls outside any of the IP address ranges reserved for private uses by Internet standards groups. READERS RESPOND: Hide IP Addresses for Anonymous Web Surfing While a public IP address is necessary to get online and enjoy the Internet, that doesn't stop you from taking some extra steps to keep the number somewhat hidden. This helps make you a somewhat harder online target to attack. 802.11a/b/g/n Standards for Wi-Fi All Wi-Fi equipment for home networks supports one or more of the IEEE wireless standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n. Learn a little more about each one (and the differences between them) here. Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Wireless Networking Networking Devices Computer Networks LAN Diagram Featured Articles Home Network Diagrams About Wi-Fi Wireless Networks About TCP/IP About Virtual Private Networks Wireless/Networking Message Board VIDEO: Set up a Network Router   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 on Home + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams 10 Tips for Wireless Network Security Advertisement