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Now, there's a definitive hands-on guide to broadband Internet access for every home and small business user. Roderick Smith covers all you need to know to make the most of your high-speed connection, from basic configuration to running servers -- including practical guidance on securing your connection against hackers. Smith begins with an overview of each leading broadband technology, and its key advantages and drawbacks. In addition to DSL and cable modems, he also covers fiber optic, satellite, and wireless broadband solutions. He demonstrates how to configure your computer to use broadband connections, covering both hardware and software interfaces, presenting details for Windows, MacOS, and Linux systems. The book contains a full chapter on broadband applications, as well as detailed troubleshooting coverage. Next, Smith shows how to use your broadband connection to run a server -- including how to get a domain name; set up mail, Web, and game servers; and permit secure logins from remote systems. For every home and small business considering -- or already using -- a high-speed Internet connection.
Contents
(NOTE: Each chapter concludes with Summary.)I. BROADBAND TECHNOLOGIES.
1. What Can Broadband Do?
Broadband Defined.
The Need for Speed.
The Appeal of a Dedicated Always-Up Connection.
Modest Servers.
A Roadmap to the Internet.
2. Broadband Over Telephone Lines.
DSL Technology Fundamentals.
DSL Technology Variants.
The DSL Provider Food Chain.
Advantages and Drawbacks of DSL.
3. Cable—Broadband Over Coax.
Cable Technology Fundamentals..
Cable Technology Variants.
The Cable Provider Food Chain.
Advantages and Drawbacks of Cable.
4. Unusual and Upcoming Technologies.
Broadband by Satellite.
Wireless Local Broadband.
Fiber-Optic Broadband.
A Comparison of Alternative Broadband Technologies.
II. BASIC BROADBAND CONFIGURATION.
5. Methods of Connection and Authentication.
Modem Interfaces.
IP Address Assignment and Authentication.
Adding a Hardware Router to the Mix.
6. Configuring a Computer for Broadband.
Preparing for Installation.
Installing Necessary Drivers.
Configuring Static IP Addresses.
Configuring DHCP.
Configuring PPPoE.
Complications on Multi-NIC Systems.
7. Using Your Connection.
Similarities to Telephone Dial-Up Access.
Programs That Use High-Speed Access.
Performance Tuning.
8. Troubleshooting.
Testing Your Configuration.
Resolving Local Configuration Problems.
Physical Interference Problems.
Trouble Outside of Your Control.
III. RUNNING BROADBAND SERVERS.
9. Obtaining a Domain Name.
Understanding Internet Domain Names.
When to Obtain a Domain Name.
Using Conventional Domain Name Registration Services.
Using Dynamic DNS Services.
10. Running Mail Servers.
Why Run a Mail Server?
Hostname Considerations.
Avoiding Spam.
Common Mail Server Pitfalls.
Providing Access to Mail.
Mail Servers for Assorted OSs.
11. Running Web Servers.
Why Run a Web Server?
Web Server Structure and Function.
Web Servers for Assorted OSs.
12. Running Game Servers.
Why Run a Game Server?
Special Needs of Game Servers.
Popular Game Servers.
13. Accessing Your System Remotely.
Why Run a Remote Access Server?
Accessing Files Remotely.
Tools for Remote Text-Based Access.
Running GUI Programs Remotely.
IV. SHARING NETWORK CONFIGURATIONS.
14. Requirements for Sharing Broadband.
Methods of Broadband Sharing.
Local Network Requirements.
Implementing Network Sharing.
15. Configuring a Simple Router.
Understanding Routing.
Configuring a Windows Router.
Configuring a MacOS Router.
Configuring a Linux Router.
Setting Up a Hardware Router.
16. Using NAT and IP Masquerading.
Understanding NAT and IP Masquerading?
NAT Tools in Windows.
NAT Tools in MacOS.
NAT Tools in Linux.
Configuring a Hardware Router for NAT.
17. Configuring a VPN.
What Is a VPN?
Approaches to VPN.
Configuring a PPTP VPN.
V. BROADBAND SECURITY ISSUES.
18. An Assessment of Broadband Risks.
How Do Crackers Find Victims?
Common Security Conceptions and Misconceptions.
Risks Posed by Servers.
Risks Posed by Trojans.
The Danger of Viruses and Worms.
Denial-of-Service Attacks.
Risks to a Network.
19. Basic Security Provisions.
Reducing Connect Time.
Removing Unnecessary Servers.
Attending to Accounts and Passwords.
Clearing Cracker Tools from Your System.
Intrusion Detection.
20. Firewall Options.
What Is a Firewall?
Software Firewall Products.
Hardware Firewall Products.
Monitoring Firewall Logs.
VI.APPENDIXES.
Appendix A. Configuring Windows for Broadband.
Driver Information.
Using a Wizard.
Static IP Address Configuration
DHCP Configuration.
PPPoE Configuration.
Appendix B. Configuring MacOS for Broadband.
Driver Information.
Static IP Address Configuration.
DHCP Configuration.
PPPoE Configuration.
Appendix C. Configuring Linux for Broadband.
Driver Information.
Static IP Address Configuration.
DHCP Configuration.
PPPoE Configuration.
Appendix D. DSL Providers.
DSL Hardware Manufacturers.
DSL Providers.
Appendix E. Cable Providers.
Cable Hardware Manufacturers.
Cable Companies.
Cable ISPs.
Glossary.
Index.
