Setting up a home network
Before you start: To decide what type of network to set up or to find out what hardware and cables you need, see What you need to set up a home network. That topic has information about the different types of networks (also known as network technologies), as well as hardware requirements for each type.
Once you know what type of network you want and have the necessary hardware, there are four possible steps to take (two of these are not always required):
Easy to understand video on Networking
An Educators Guide to School Networks
Useful overview of Networks
Exploring TCP/IP Routers
Here is a link to a useful explanation of the workings of a router.
Designing a LAN
This is a very useful site for Networks.
