Networking Your Notebook
Equipment you need for an access point
wireless network
For an access point wireless network you need:
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Your new eMachines notebook with built-in wireless networking
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One access point
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One broadband Internet connection (optional)
Tips & Tricks
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When buying your access point, be sure the model
includes everything your network needs, including:
802.11g support - for next-generation, high-speed
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wireless communications
Internet security features - such as a firewall to protect
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your network from unwanted intruders
Wireless security features - such as 128-bit WEP
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encryption
4-port switch - to eliminate the need for additional
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network hardware
DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment - to
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automatically configure network and IP addresses
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