Wireless networking

Make the most of your wireless network without becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to connect all your wireless devices, get great performance with everything from streaming media to printing, stay safe and secure, and do more with Wi-Fi than you ever thought possible! Even if you've never set up or run a network before, this book will show you how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Wireless networking has never, ever been this simple! Who knew how simple wireless networking could be? This is today's best beginner's guide to creating, using, troubleshooting, and doing more with your wireless network -- simple, practical instructions for doing everything you really want to do, at home or in your business! Here's a small sample of what you'll learn: Buy the right equipment without overspending; Reliably connect Windows PCs, Macs, iPads, Android tablets, game consoles, Blu-ray players, smartphones, and more; Get great performance from all your networked devices; Smoothly stream media without clogging your entire network; Store music and movies so you can play them anywhere in your home; Keep neighbors and snoopers out of your network; Share the files you want to share, and keep everything else private; Automatically back up your data across the network; Print from anywhere in the house or from anywhere on Earth; Extend your network to work reliably in larger homes or offices; Set up a "guest network" for visiting friends and family; View streaming videos and other web content on your living room TV; Control your networked devices with your smartphone or tablet; Connect to Wi-Fi hotspots and get online in your car; Find and log onto hotspots, both public and hidden; Quickly troubleshoot common wireless network problems. - Publisher.