I've had a home network for at least 7 years and recently upgraded it. Even back then, I saw the need for a home network in order that my entire family had Internet access. We started out with one computer and then bought a couple more as we all found that we wanted more time on the computer.
My first network was configured with a hub. My computer was designated the server and directed the signal to the hub. Each computer needed an ethernet card (my computer needed two of them) and connected to the hub through network cables.
Here is a simple explanation:
Cable/phone outlet in wall -->modem -->my computer (ethernet card #1) -->outgoing connection to hub (ethernet card #2) -->hub -->connections to all computers through hub ports
I operated under this system for years because at the time, this was the only hardware that was readily available for home networks. There were some downfalls to this configuration. With having my computer as the server, it had to be left on when other users wanted to access the Internet. If something went wrong with my computer, it could bring the network down. I also needed 2 ethernet cards instead of 1. Computer viruses were easily passed from my computer to the others. If my computer was being used for downloading, it would slow down the access to all computers. Prior to having Windows XP, I had to buy software for operating a home network.
I recently bought a router which is newer technology.
Here is how it is configured:
Cable/phone outlet in wall -->modem -->router port -->connections to all computers through router ports
I used the same cables so that was a blessing. Instead of plugging my modem connection into my computer, I plugged it into the router (only a foot away from where it had originally been located). I then plugged in the existing cables to the other computers.
The software came with the router so I used my computer for installing it. All I did was follow the easy instructions and within minutes it was set up.
I hope I can help demystify an Amazon.com page by pointing out some key features you will find on any page on the site. Once you get the hang of it, you will find that navigating around Amazon.com is quite simple.
There are various ways to search for a product at Amazon.com. Every page has a search box so you don't have to go to the home page each time. You can search within a specific product line or search the entire site. If you want to look at exercise books, then you would select books as your product and exercise as your keyword.
The results page has a list of every book that fits the keyword. Each book description has the price, author, title and a picture (unless the graphic is not available) and the availability. To find out more about the book, you just have to click on the picture.
Some pictures have an additional graphic that says Look Inside.
There is an old saying you can't judge a book by its cover so Amazon.com has a wonderful feature that allows you to look inside a book.
Many books have a special graphic Look Inside attached to the picture of the book. Below the picture is a link that takes you to another page where you can view several pages from the book.
Try it and see:
In this example, you can view 56 pages. You have to agree that these samples will give you a good idea of what is inside. When you go to a bookstore, it is natural to browse through a book before you buy. When you are buying online, you now have this same convenience at Amazon.com
Whenever you select a book, Amazon.com always has a suggestion for a related book so you can buy the two of them for one price. This is their Better Togetheroffer. The best thing about this is the deal you get. There is even a deeper discount when you buy the two books.
In the above example, the book PC for Dummies sells for $17.49 with a list price of $24.99 and the other book Upgrading and Fixing Your PC for Dummies sells for $15.39 with a list price of $21.99. Both of these books retain their discount, whereas some vendors will charge you full price for one of the books. This can save you money and both items count towards your shipping discount.
Designer Couture House is listed because they have a Current Sale and a Clearance Center. There is no coupon or discount with this site. But the savings can be pretty substantial if you are into designer clothes. They have both men and women clothing with everything from belts to pants, to jackets to suits, to ties. They carry Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Gucci, and much more. This site is a little pricey for my taste but I did find a nice Istante jacket for $149 (regular $340). I wonder if I could find that same jacket at KMart?
Earth Speaks Organic Fashion is a site that offers organic clothing for women(that they design and manufacture themselves). Everything they sell is below their retail price, plus they have a closeout section at the bottom of each category. Prices are very good and with the discount coupon and FREE SHIPPING these items are a great buy.
Skipping down a few banners you will come to Shoebuy.com . With over 200 brands, and 10% off and Free Shipping; this is a site you can't go wrong. Even though they have a Deal of the Day, I have never found anything outstanding there. My best purchases came when I knew exactly what I was looking for and compared it with the price from my local shoe store. ShoeBuy usually is pretty close to their best price. Another advantage of ShoeBuy is their selection- if there is a shoe that you can't find- they will usually have it.
