General Networking/Lan/Wan/Expert Profile

Ralph Becker

U.S.
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returns 11/29/2009
Expertise

General networks, including LAN (ethernet, cable modem, DSL), dialup (modems), WAN (frame relay, ATM), and other related networking technologies.

Experience in the area

I have worked for 20 years in various network companies, in capacities including development, customer service, and operations.
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Recent Answers from Ralph Becker

2009-11-21 Cat6E cable:

Hi Bart, and thanks for your question. According to this article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category_6_cable#Maximum_Length the limit is 100 meters (about 330 feet) using Cat 6 cable and Gigabit

2009-11-03 Internet:

Hi Megha, and thanks for your question. It's actually very common to provide different ways to connect to a network. The reason is security. Unauthorized access to sensitive data must be prevented

2009-11-02 2nd Wireless Router/WAP:

Hi Jacque, and thanks for your question. In fact, you should use the same SSID on both of your access points. That way devices can "roam" and connect to whichever connection is stronger at that time

2009-11-01 wireless internet suggestions:

Hi William and thanks for your question. You will be the best network performance if you go with a wired connection. If performance is a top goal, then you should bite the bullet and run cable. Hint:

2009-10-30 NIC not visible - not internet connection:

Hi Carol, and thanks for your question. Based on what you're saying, most likely there is a hardware problem or two here. Let's go through it systematically. First of all, download the latest drivers

 

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