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Home Computing Heroes: home networks and wireless

If broadband has opened the door to the many benefits of the internet, networks and wireless technology have enabled us to enjoy them with convenience. Wireless networks in particular mean we can access the web from laptops without being tied to one location and attach printers and storage devices without leaving a messy trail of cabling.

In this zone we offer a collection of guides that will show you how to set up and manage a home network, and how to diagnose and solve connection problems. This zone is sponsored by Strato and you will find more information about how its Webstarter service can help you build a website to access from your home network below.

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Introduction to home networking

Get the most from your broadband connection with a home network

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Windows 7 Video Guide: Wireless Networking

We show how to connect to wireless networks using a Windows 7 computer

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Windows 7 Video Guide: Homegroups

We show how to set up a simple home network using the Homegroups tool in Windows 7

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Network problems solved

Find the answers to 10 common glitches

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Network printing with Windows 7

We explain how to print from any PC attached to a Windows 7 home network

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How can I alter my Wifi password when I don't know what it is?

We think it is probably the network security key Mr Sutton wants to change. We describe how to do this on a Thomson router, failing that a hard reset is needed

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Keep your PC safe online

The internet can be a dangerous place. We explain how you can protect against threats

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Stop unauthorised access of your network

If you suspect someone might be using your wireless network without your approval follow our advice

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Connect to a hidden wireless network

Once you hide your network details it can be difficult to connect devices to it. We explain how to resolve the problem

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