About Computers: Powerline Home Networking

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Computers From Paul Gil, your About Computers Editor My wife and I bought some powerline adapters out of curiousity. We were amazed at how easy it was to set up! We got our television onto the internet in less time than it took to open the box and unpack the adapters. I wish we would have known this before we bought our Wi-Fi router! How to Run Your Network Through Electrical Cables It's still a relatively new technology, but powerline networking is a very good alternative to wireless in your house. Ideal for going between rooms or across the entire building, powerline networking uses specialized transmitters and receivers to send your network packets across your home's existing electrical wires. Modern powerline networks can transfer up to 200 megabits per second within your home, faster than any broadband internet connection. About.com explains powerline networks here... See More About:  network diagrams  powerline networks  Wired vs Wireless Networking Some people love the freedom of an unplugged laptop at home. Other people absolutely distrust anything that isn't cable. Most people aren't aware of the pros and cons of either choice. About.com explains how wired and wireless networking compare for your home and small business... See More About:  home network setup  ethernet  local area networks Free Videophones for Deaf and H.o.H. Users If someone in your life is hearing impaired, then definitely take a look at this: Project Endeavor supplies video telecom hardware to deaf and hard-of-hearing users in the USA. Don't let your uncle or cousin miss out on modern communications when this splendid program is available! See More About:  more about: telecommunications technology for the deaf and hard of hearing  videophones  Gmail Calling Review - Google International Calling If you join this Google service, you can get international calls for cheap, or even free. Competing directly with Skype, Google Calling is about phoning computer-to-computer for 2 cents per minute (cheaper than Skype). Read more about Google calling here... See More About:  google voice  unified communications  cheap international calls Computers Ads Computer Networking Laptop Computers Wireless Network LAN Networks Computer Networks Featured Articles Why You Need a Gigabit Network The Best Online Bill Pay Services How Fast Is 4G, Really? iPad 101: A New User's Guide to the iPad Sim Games to Make You Smile Tips for Choosing a MMORPG   More from About.com Favorite Summer Frozen Drinks Blended with ice or chock full of fresh fruit, these yummy drinks will liven up any warm-weather gathering. More> Best Frozen Summer Desserts Ten easy, delicious, make-ahead desserts that will cool you down on the hottest of summer days. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computers newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement