Computer builders and repairers

Sharing an internet connection between computers in your home is our speciality.

We prefer to set up a wireless network in the house as there would be a limited amount of cable laying involved. We can install a wired network if required but this will involve making holes in walls etc. It is now also possible to set up an internet connection between computers using your electrical sockets.

We can set up a network with ADSL or a Cable (Virgin Media) connection. You will be able to share printers, CD/DVD Drives, Hard Drives and obviously an internet connection.

A typical network set up would include the main computer which has a printer connected and the internet connection. We can then connect a laptop and the 2 computers in each of the kids bedrooms. They would all be able to print from the printer, share files, connect to the internet.

A wireless network requires a wireless router with/without a printer server and wireless adaptors for each of the computers not directly connected to the router. A range extender may be required if the house is large and the computers are far apart.

Types of routers include ADSL and DSL/Cable with or without a printer server. The printer server allows computers to connect to the printer directly. You can set up a network without a printer server as long as the computer that has the printer attached is turned on whenever anyone wants to print.

Adaptors come in different types to include USB, PCI and PCMCIA. Generally a USB adaptor will work on most PCs and Laptops which have a USB Port. A PCI adaptor will work in most desktop PCs and a PCMCIA adaptor is generally for a laptop.

There are different rates at which networks run depending on the one you choose. The 'standard' we would use is 54g which is said to connect at 54 mbps. This compares to 100 mbps for a 'standard' wired network. The latest wireless connection is said to be 108 mbps. It is possible to set up a wired network at 1000 mbps. The speed will only affect the speed files are exchanged across a network as the fastest internet connection is approx 10mbps. If you only are interested in a network for internet sharing and printing with infrequent file sharing then 54g will be adequate.

A typical network from us would cost £50 for a wireless router and £20 for each wireless adaptor be it PCI, PCMCIA or USB. We charge a standard fee for setting up the network and ensuring all devices work regardless of how many computers you want connected to the internet. The 'main' computer is generally connected directly to the router and will not need a wireless adaptor. Most Internet Providers now provide a free wireless router. We provide free lifetime e-mail support for all networks we install.