Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition by Danny Briere, Pat Hurley, Edward Ferris
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Book Reviews of Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition
Book Review: Not helpful
Summary: 2 Stars
Setting up a router and a network is in my opinion neither routine nor intuitive. So, I purchased this book to guide me through the process of getting a network set up. I bought a Linksys router to connect 2 desktops and a notebook. I could not set up my network using the instructions that came with the router and referring to information in the book. I ended up using Network Magic on the three computers and in a matter of an hour I was connected. However, I have no idea whether the firewall is working or effective on the system. My wireless connection to my notebook is very slow or maybe its the notebook. I also have no idea how to tweak the system to get maximum performance and security. There is a lot of information in the book but in the end it just isn't the information you need to get your network set-up and running properly.Book Review: Not of good value to me
Summary: 2 Stars
I have little knowledge on the subject, but the book was of no value to me. If you know anything about wireless home networking, you probably don't need this book.Book Review: Not enough to set up a network
Summary: 1 Stars
The beginning of the book is great for definitions, and understanding the basics of a network. HOWEVER, when it comes to the real nitty gritty, the reality of setting it up, the text becomes totally useless. It mentions IP and a bunch of other numbers, without really explaining them in any meaningful way. The plain Networking for Dummies goes into more detail and says, ultimately, that you should contact your ISP for much of the info!! I hate this book...I read it through slowly, but could not use it to network my 2 comps. I am trying to use the plain Networking for Dummies, but it does not address Windows7. Some Dummy books are great...some are awful. The jokes in this book are beyond stupid and not what I need! Whatever you buy, make sure it is the newest edition.
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