DSL Survival Guide (Simple Solutions at Your Fingertips) - Softcover

Lee, Lisa

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072193107 ISBN 13: 9780072193107

Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2001

Synopsis

This guide provides an introduction to DSL, DSL set-up, and working with and troubleshooting DSL networks. DSL network concepts, technology, and solutions are explained in easy-to-understand language, while illustrations, photographs and screen shots include explanations of network acronyms and terminology. Coverage of VPNs, Palm Handheld devices, Apple AirPort and Base Station products, and other wireless technologies that can be connected to DSL networks is also included.

About this title

About the Author

Lisa Lee is the technical editor for How to Do Everything with Your Palm Handheld and How to Do Everything with Your Visor. Lisa has also written about DSL, Palm Handheld Devices, Pocket PC, Linux, Multimedia Web Development, and a variety of other topics for www.attenza.com. A veteran R&D engineer currently working at Microsoft/WebTV, she has previously worked at Apple Computer and several other well-known Silicon Valley companies developing tools, games, and wireless products for businesses and consumers. Lisa runs a DSL network from her home.

From the Back Cover

Precise advice for setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting a DSL network

Interested in the high-speed and low-cost benefits of a DSL connection, but not sure where to start? No need to look elsewhere, because hands-on help has arrived! Now you can plan, get connected, and maintain a DSL connection using this easy-to-follow and network-friendly resource. Packed with step-by-step examples, this straightforward guide will walk you through every stage of setting up a secure, reliable DSL network--either in your home or office. Learn all about how DSL brings the Internet to your home or office, how to set up e-mail, chat, and view streaming media over your DSL line, and troubleshoot your network. This book provides general coverage of Windows, Macintosh, and Linux systems--including tips on designing, supporting, and troubleshooting--to adding laptops and wireless Internet devices. This guide contains all you need to get a DSL network up and running quickly and easily.

The "DSL Survival Guide features: An introduction to basic concepts in clear, non-technical language Logically-organized chapters divided into sections for ease of use Easy-to-spot icons to help navigate through the book's content Special troubleshooting section that provides step-by-step instructions Straightforward, practical advice on specific problems Solutions accompanied by helpful illustrations and screen shots

Edition details

• Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072193107
• ISBN 13: 9780072193107
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 452