Setup Network Windows® XP

 

Important consideration

More and more number of people are accessing Internet from their home computers. Whether you are just linking one single PC to the internet or a multiple Windows XP PCs are to be connected to the internet, you need to setup network Windows XP. However, one basic thing in the process is to decide, which type of network you want to have- wired or wireless? The same will depend on the way you want to use your Windows XP home network. We will discuss both types of networks in detail so as to help you in deciding the right one for you based on your requirements.

Wired networks

Details with advantages

Wired or Ethernet networks can be used to setup network Windows XP, which will help you to share files, documents, internet connection, etc, among your Windows XP PCs. It is a thick wire, which resembles a phone wire. Such networks are very reliable, secure, easy set up, and most importantly, very fast as well. Even in terms of expense, wired networks are least expensive. Even the kinds of video you watch in wired network are better.

Drawbacks

• Wires can be chaotic and if your internet connection room and that of your computer is different, you will require an electrician to get things done.
• The network connection port installation requires an electrician.
• Wired network do not support firewalls.

Wireless Networks

Details with advantages

If you have to connect desktop computers as well as stationary devices, then you should opt for wireless network over wired network. A wireless network gives you the luxury to share files, use internet, share music, etc, at any point of your house, and you can place your Windows XP PC wherever you want to. There are three types of wireless LANs- 802.11b, 802.11a, and 802.11q, and the benefits varies from one to another, with 802.11q being the best.

Disadvantages

• These will be at least three to four times more expensive in setup network Windows XP in comparison to wired network.
• Less reliable.
• Supports lesser bandwidth in comparison to wired Ethernet.
• Less secured than wired LANs.