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coolred

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I will be studying for my Net+ and MCSE at home courses pretty soon. And I want to get a small network going in my house. I was wondering a few things though.

1. I was under the impression a cable/DSL router could be used as a stand alone hub/switch, but then someone told me I was incorrect, could someone clarify this for me?
2. Is it better to buy a seperate router and hub, or just get a hub with a built in router. Part two of this question, I need recommendations on what to get?
3. Which is better cable or DSL.
 
1. You can, technically, but it's still not a switch/hub, and if you want to learn, better to get the real thing.

2. It all depends on your needs.

3. Again, it depends. For the average user, cable is the way to go.

Edit: Corrected for double-talk - was thinking/writing at same time. 🙂
 
1. a cable router with a built in switch will function just as a stand alone switch without any trouble.

2. as long as your only going to have a few computers a router with built in switch will be fine, and probably cost the same or less.

2(part 2). I've had very good experiences with the linksys routers. It's a solid product.

3. in most cases cable will give you less headaches as far as installation goes, also the pricing is reasonable
all depends what is available in your area.

good luck
DnetMHZ


 
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