Overview
New technologies ñ cable modems, DSL, and satellite - have brought high speed to the masses! This book introduces the new broadband user to the Web as it was meant to be seen, rather than the World Wide Wait.Broadband Internet Access for Dummies provides you with guidance through competing technologies and, once you are connected, will provide ways for you to make the most of the speed and connectivity, from setting up voice and video connections to making a virtual private network connection that lets you stay home from the office a few days a week.
Discover how to use the power of high speed internet for fast downloads, music online, streaming video, video conferencing and much more!
Editorials
From Barnes & Noble
The Barnes & Noble ReviewModem's getting old? Getting ready to make the plunge into broadband Internet? Get Broadband Internet Access For Dummies®. With typical ...For Dummies® friendliness, this book helps you compare all your options (cable modem, DSL, satellite) and whets your appetite with a good look at what your broadband connection will do for you.
Such as: Making free long-distance calls. Listening to the music (and watching the video) of your choice. Connecting to your office network to work from home. Videoconferencing with your clients (or mother-in-law).
Mike Stockman and Derek Ferguson answer critical questions like: Is my PC ready for broadband Internet? Can I use my connection to host my web site? How do I keep the AOL address I already have?
You'll walk through sharing your Internet connection with other computers at home. There's also thorough coverage of securing your high-speed Internet connection (not to mention your privacy and your family). Broadband Internet Access For Dummies®: it's speed made simple. (Bill Camarda)
Bill Camarda is a consultant and writer with nearly 20 years' experience in helping technology companies deploy and market advanced software, computing, and networking products and services. His 15 books include Special Edition Using Word 2000 and Upgrading & Fixing Networks For Dummies®, Second Edition.