Acknowledgments.

Part I: Making Basic Network Choices.

Chapter 1: Quick Start—Sharing on a Network.

Chapter 2: Understanding Network Basics.

Chapter 3: Understanding Workgroup Networking.

Chapter 4: Understanding Client/Server Networking.

Part II: Planning and Setting Up Networking—Hardware and Software.

Chapter 5: Preparing for a Network.

Chapter 6: Understanding and Installing Traditional Cabling.

Chapter 7: Using Wireless Network Connections.

Chapter 8: Using Alternative Cabling Methods.

Chapter 9: Purchasing and Installing Networking Hardware.

Chapter 10: Configuring Networking Software.

Chapter 11: Accessing the Network with Various Operating Systems.

Part III: Working with Networked Computers.

Chapter 12: Sharing Resources.

Chapter 13: Accessing the Network.

Chapter 14: Finding Computers on the Network.

Chapter 15: Printing on a Network.

Part IV: Adding the Internet, E-Mail, and an Intranet.

Chapter 16: Accessing the Internet.

Chapter 17: Using E-Mail.

Chapter 18: Using Chat Programs.

Chapter 19: Setting Up an Intranet.

Part V: Working with Files, Folders, and Applications.

Chapter 20: Working with Applications.

Chapter 21: Working with Files and Folders.

Part VI: Managing the Network.

Chapter 22: Using Network Management Tools.

Chapter 23: Using Policies to Secure Windows.

Chapter 24: Working with the Registry for Windows.

Part VII: Adding to Your Home Network.

Chapter 25: Understanding Multimedia.

Chapter 26: Considering Smart Homes.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting Network Operations and Connections.

Appendix B: IP Addressing.

Appendix C: Telecommuting.

Glossary.

Index.