About Computer Networking: Dealing with Network Downtime

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Use and Upgrade From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking Few things are more frustrating than coping with unexpected network outages. This month alone I've had to deal with broken Internet access on multiple days and somewhat less than stellar service from the provider. Of course, few things are easier than being an armchair network administrator. Finding and Fixing Internet Connection Problems When you suddenly can't connect to the Internet, any of several things could be wrong. Use this checklist to find and solve common Internet connection problems. Last Friday, I made it all the way to step #10 and waited the whole day to see if my provider would bother to notify me about it. See More About:  broadband internet service  wireless internet  microsoft windows internet connections What Is Tethering? My iPhone was the only device in our house with Internet access for most of this past weekend. With the iPhone's tethering capability, it's possible to get various other gadgets in the home back online when the primary Internet service goes down. Tips for Troubleshooting Slow Internet Connections The week before, our house was suffering from a different problem. The Internet connection didn't fail completely but was running very sluggishly. This can be caused by broadband router configuration issues, wireless interference, or any of several other technical issues with your home network. What was the problem? Hint: Once again, see the last step. See More About:  computer network speed  broadband internet service  troubleshooting home networks Using Computer Networks to Play Games 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 your setup, and you should also be prepared to troubleshoot technical issues. Such as a broken Internet connection. See More About:  networking game consoles  networking for video games  Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Network Support Network Cabling Network Devices LAN Network Featured Articles How to Find Your WPA Key Wireless/Networking Message Board What Is a LAN? IP Address Conflicts What Is Fon? READERS RESPOND: How Big (or Small) Is Your Network?   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. 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 © 2011 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