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Having multiple computers connected to and Internet connection that is not properly configured can drastically affect the speed of surfing the web, downloading content and communicating via VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Using the right equipment and having your Network configured properly for Bandwidth Sharing will greatly improve your overall Internet experience!... |
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Adding broadband access to your small office or home is a big step toward effectively connecting over the Internet at fast speeds. But as soon as you fix your bandwidth problem, you run into another one: A low-cost DSL or cable modem supplies only a single port for hooking up a computer. In order to keep your ISP service costs down, you will want to connect all of your PCs to that new broadband connection and you'll want all those networked PCs to be safe from the incursions of hackers. Center State Communications can easily set you up with a home or office network using a Linksys DSL Router/Gateway. This device is an Internet router; a hardware device that lets you network multiple computers, protect them with a firewall, and connect them to the Internet. We use NAT (Network Address Translation) that allows you to connect multiple PC's to you DSL/Cable modem. Cable companies love to hate us … why? Well they will tell you, you need to buy another modem ($200.00) and pay an extra $10-$20 per month, per additional user, while Center State Communications can do this all for a very low cost with no additional recurring monthly fees and you don't have to buy the expensive modem! So you can see clearly that this is a wise investment that will pay for itself in a very short time. Before DSL and cable Internet connections became popular, routers were expensive pieces of equipment designed for large-office networks. Now, however, you can buy a router that connects four computers with the perfect capacity for a home or small office, for less than $100*. If you already own a hub or a switch, you can purchase a less-expensive gateway product that adds firewall and connection-sharing capabilities. If you like to roam, you can connect a wireless hub to one of these routers or gateways and share bandwidth among ethernet-connected and wireless-enabled computers. Contact us today to find out how we can help you! $50.00 - Service Fee for configuration and hookup of router (2 computers). * RJ-45 Wire required. |