Renew a Computer's IP Addres

It happens to all of us. You're browsing the internet and suddenly you get the "Page Not Found" error. You check your modem and everything seems to be working and now you decide to call customer service--what a hassle. Often, the problem is that you need to renew your computer's Internet Protocol (IP) address. 

These steps explain how to renew your IP address and hopefully save you a call to customer service.

Install Dell Printer Network Card

Using a single, centrally located printer saves you money and makes it simple for everyone on your network to send print jobs when needed. Not all printers include a networking option, however, so you may need to install a printer adapter.

The Dell printer adapter acts as a network card, allowing your Dell printer to connect directly to the wireless network. The adapter includes networking software that must be installed before connecting the printer to your network.

This article will help you to install a Dell printer network card.

Use Real VNC Over the Internet

Real VNC is a handy tool for accessing the remote desktop of nearly any computer over the Internet. Using VNC over the Internet can present some challenges however, including network latency, connecting through firewalls, momentary network congestion issues, disconnects, as well as security issues. 

By configuring Real VNC to handle adverse network conditions securely, acceptable performance and reliability over an unpredictable network can be achieved.

Connect your Wii to a secure wireless network

Wii connected to an unsecured wireless network found very easy. Then if you try to connect to a secured wireless network that would be difficult sometimes. This article will show you what should you do to connect Wii to a secured router.

Instructions

1. Turn on your Wii, click the icon that looks like a house (home) on your Wii remote. Go to the settings icon and select network, select wireless and attempt to configure wireless connection #1. This is what I did first and couldn't seem to find my network. No matter what I changed nothing made it work.
2. Looking back at the menus, I came across another that gave the option of making a new wireless connection, hmmmm try it and see. I clicked the button for the "New Connection #2" and whoopeee it saw my network router, which should have a unique name so you can identify it from the other routers transmitting in your neighborhood.
3. Next it asked me for my SSID key which I typed in and hit "save" then I selected "test connection". This time it worked! If you have a DHCP server on your router then you probably won't have to change anything else. If you info about your ISP but don't know such as your default gateway or DNS servers. Go to the Commend Prompt and type "ipconfig/all" and hit enter. This will give you all the details about your network.

RS-232 Port on a Remote PC

The RS-232 (also known as the "Serial Port") is installed on computers to allow for the connection of peripheral devices, such as external hard drives, printers and scanners.

These devices are relatively easy to install on a computer and can even be accessed remotely via another PC.

Voice over IP

Voice over Internet Protocol (Voice over IP, VoIP) is one of a family of internet technologies, communication protocols, and transmission technologies for delivery of voice communications and multimedia sessions over Internet Protocol (IP) networks, such as the Internet. Other terms frequently encountered and often used synonymously with VoIP are IP telephony, Internet telephony, voice over broadband (VoBB), broadband telephony, and broadband phone.

What is the Function of DSL?

 

DSL is a method for connecting to the Internet. It is a high-speed connection for desktop and laptop computers. DSL connections require a special modem and use your existing copper telephone lines. Before choosing a DSL provider, consider the price, connection speeds, and other features to ensure that you have the speediest connection possible.

Need for High-Speed Internet

When the Internet was first popularized, there was not much of a need for high-speed, "broadband" Internet connections. Users could check discussion boards, send and receive basic email messages and browse websites. These websites were relatively small in file size. However, as Internet technology has developed, the need for higher speed browsing has increased.

Select Internet Connection Methods

DSL is one of several Internet connection methods. Dial-up connections require the use of a telephone line and have speeds of up to 56 kilobytes per second. It is the slowest of methods. ISDN connection also requires a telephone line and a router and has connection speeds between 64 and 128 Kbps. Cable modems use a cable line to bring users between 512 Kbps and 20 Mbps. The most common connection are wireless connections, which have connection speeds of 30 Mbps.

DSL Connections

DSL, or digital subscriber line, uses the unused part of copper phone lines to send and receive data. It requires a special modem and an adapter card to connect to your computer. It connects with speeds between 128 Kbps and 8Mbps. The system does not interfere with your normal phone use, and its bandwidth if affected by the distance from the network. It has to be located within 3 miles of the phone company's switch.

DSL Types

There are four types of DSL connections: ADSL, SDSL, ISDL and RADSL. ADSL offers faster download than uploading speed. It's the most common connection. SDSL connections have symmetric download and upload speeds. IDSL is slower, as it provides a 144kb per second maximum connection, but is available at farther distances than other DSL types. Finally RADSL connections vary depending on the line's conditions.

Wireless Router Configuration

Now we can start to configure wireless router, and I will use Linksys WRT54G Wireless Router as an example. This router supports 802.11g and backward compatible with 802.11b standard. The authentications supported are WEP, WPA/WPA2 authentication with pre shared key or RADIUS server. In case you plan to get a new router, I recommend you to get one of these wireless routers.

Set Your Home Page in Opera

You'll find that most of the popular Web browsers allow you to set your home page. Opera is no different and affords Windows and Mac users the ability to change their home pages to the desired Web address. This feature is especially helpful for those that usually visit a certain Web site whenever they go online.

Release and Renew IP Address - Windows XP

Simple Way to Release and Renew IP Address in Windows XP

Here is the simple way to release and renew IP address, if the IP address of your computer is assigned by DHCP server set up in your home network.



1) Go to Start and click Run.

2) Run window will appear. Type cmd and click OK.

3) Command prompt window will appear. Type ipconfig. You then will see the IP address and other network information of your network card.

4) Type ipconfig /release to release the IP address.

5) Finally type ipconfig /renew to get new IP address.