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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking You've probably started seeing and hearing a lot lately about "The Internet of Things." Taking just a few minutes to read through our feature article will get you up to speed on this interesting but vague concept. Introduction to the Internet of Things An expanding array of Internet-enabled gadgets has been infiltrating homes worldwide the past few years including wireless scales, wireless blood pressure monitors and even wireless pacemakers. Is it a passing fad, or the future of networking? Search Related Topics:  internet of things  home automation  Managing Passwords for Network Routers To guard routers and their networks from malicious attacks, their owners must log in with a special password before they can change or even see the configuration settings. Router passwords are a highly effective security aid if properly managed, but they can also be a source of frustration. Search Related Topics:  network router passwords  broadband router configuration  Readers Respond: Cost of Internet Service Around the World "It's just sad that I have to pay $50 for 5 Mb/s. Even the maximum speed that my country has is 25 Mb/s for $80. And guess what? They're gonna make it limited and charge more." -Azrai VIDEO Quick Tip: What Is a Wi-Fi Hotspot? This video explains the basics behind wireless hotspots and why an increasing number of people find them useful for both personal and business applications.   Related Searches Networking Basics It Networking Networking Service Computer Networks Monitors Networking Featured Articles Introduction to Business Computer Networks Why You Should Change Default Wi-Fi Passwords How Does Using Wi-Fi Affect Computer Battery Life? What Is a Network Router? Introduction to Computer Network Bandwidth and Latency Free Anonymous Web Proxy Servers   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read 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.com Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement