Wireless Home Computer Network – Secure Set-up Explained
By Ron West

Do NOT leave your Home Wireless Network ‘open’, to be Accessed by ‘Hackers’, and get Involved with ‘Dubious’ and ‘Unlawful’ use of the Internet by ‘Strangers’, who want to Access the Internet Anonymously, and who do not want to be discovered, by using Your Unique TCP/IP Address!

When you employ a Wireless Broadband Router at home, to provide High-Speed Internet services to more than one Wi-Fi enabled computer in your home, it should be made ‘Secure’, so that only your ‘invited’ users or ‘guests’ on your network, can access the service through your own Unique Password control.

This is essential in order to stop “Hackers” having the ability to gain access to your Private Internet Broadband service without your permission or knowledge.

When a new Wireless Broadband Internet router is first installed it will have a default set-up, which is easily accessible by “Hackers” outside your home, who are within ‘range’ of your Wireless Broadband Router’s transmission signal.

You therefore need to make your Wireless Network secure, by setting up a encrypted secure ‘pass code’ using one of the several methods provided by your Broadband Router’s manufacturer.

There are two main forms as follows:

WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol [also known as Wired Equivalent Privacy]), and

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

WEP security uses a 16 character alpha-numeric ‘Pass-code’ that on some routers, is able to generate a “Hexadecimal” (**) code in 64bit [10 alpha-numeric digits], 128bit [26 alpha-numeric digits]or on some routers 256bit[58 alpha-numeric digits] encryption, thus providing a unique ‘Hexadecimal’ code, to be entered into one of 4 encryption key fields in the router, making life difficult for Hackers to break into your now secure protected ‘Wireless’ network.

** to explain Decimal v Hexadecimal see next:

Decimal [10-bit] = the numbers 0 – 9, and Hexadecimal [16-bit]uses the numbers 0 -15. In Hexadecimal the ‘count’ is from 0 through 15 (16 digits), where decimal number 10 = A, 11 = B up to 15 = F), a ‘Decimal count’ is as follows: 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 which equals 10 numbers hence ‘Decimal’, and a ‘Hexadecimal’ count is: 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,A,B,C,D,E,F which equals 16 numbers hence ‘Hexadecimal!)**

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

WPA was designed to provide improved data encryption, perceived as relatively weak in WEP, and to

provide user authentication, largely non-existent in WEP.

Of the three options in WPA, a PSK (Pre-Shared Key)String is the easiest to implement.

It uses a user generated ‘pass-code’ of up to 1-63 Alpha-numeric characters in length, (Similar to a strong ‘password’ that is only shared by the owner with his ‘guests’).

Alternatively you can use a PSK in ‘Hexadecimal’ format which is relatively ’stronger’ and employs 1 -32

Hexadecimal characters in length.

{On some Routers (e.g. Linksys, [Cisco] ) Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) which is the newest and best available standard in Wi-Fi security.

Two modes are available: Pre-Shared Key and RADIUS. Pre-Shared Key gives you a choice of two encryption methods: TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol), which utilizes a stronger encryption method and incorporates Message Integrity Code (MIC) to provide protection against ‘hackers’, and AES (Advanced Encryption System), which utilizes a symmetric 128-Bit block data encryption. RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) utilizes a RADIUS server for authentication and the use of dynamic TKIP, AES, or WEP.}

Once these codes are inserted and saved, the router needs to be re-started (Reboot), and subsequently the new codes will need to be entered into each ‘Wi-Fi’ enabled PC/Laptop, when they ‘discover’ the correct (now Secured) network to link with (Identified by its Name or SSID), on their initial connection only, as the codes will be stored in the computers for future connections.

Ron E West is a retired Computer Communications and Networking Consultant, having worked for and with IBM for 40+ years, specialising in Computer Communications and Networking.

He has gained experience on many types of Computer:- Mainframe, Mid-range, Personal Computers, Apple Mac’s, Word Processing and Accounting machines, specialising in linking them together through, both “Old & New”

Telecommunication links, and now over the “Internet” using “High-Speed” Broadband connections both Wired and Wireless. He lived and worked on the Spanish Costa del Sol, as a Communications and Computer Networking Consultant, and set-up Secure Wireless “Hot-Spot” Hubs, to provide visitors to that region, the ability to use their own “Wi-Fi Laptops” to access their E-mails and communicate with friends and relatives around the Globe.

He also helps UK residents with their various ‘challenges’ on their home computers, and also shows them and local Businesses, how to ‘Save Money’, and/or Make Money’, by introducing them, their family members and friends, to the Utility Warehouse Discount Club, in order to get the best ‘deals’ on all their regular Utility expenditure. This includes their Home Phones, Broadband/Internet access, Mobile Phones, Gas and Electricity. All that plus discounts on their regular weekly Shopping bills and Petrol and Diesel expenses for them and their families, so they can Save Money on most of their household expenditure. Its all part of Telecom Plus PLC, a Major UK Company listed on the London Stock exchange, recently voted as the top ‘PLC’ of 2008, at a recent awards ceremony in London.

Ron E West
E-mail: ronewest@uwclub.net
Tel: 0800 840 6523
Web: http://www.saveonutilities4u.org.uk

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6 Tips To Select Home Theatre Seating
By Candice Sabrina

With the help of latest technology, so many things have been made to come true which were not even dreamt earlier.

In the similar manner, earlier we used to go to the theatres to watch movies, but now the time has come to bring theatres to your home and enjoy the real and original fun of theatres at home.

There are many factors that influence the designing of the home theatres.

The most important one is its seating because the spurious and authentic fun of home theatre can be felt only if there is full comfort and easiness.

Tips To Select Home Theatre Seating

It is really good to have a surround-sound home theatre system, but it will be of no use if there is no comfortable seating in order to enjoy and relax after having a hectic daily schedule.

There are so many things to be kept in mind before going to select home theatre seating.

For example, it should suit your decor, should be fully comfortable, etc.

There is a wide range of home theatre seating from the movie theatre seats to the home theatre couches with footrests.

The numerous designs and varieties of home theatre seating are offered by different companies that generally make the customers perplexed.

The following tips can assist you in choosing the perfect home theatre seating.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #1

The first thing to be considered while choosing the home theater seating is the number of persons to be seated in the room possessing home theater as the arrangement of seating will be done accordingly.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #2

It is always recommended to have a spacious room for your home theatre.

In as spacious room, the seating plan can be done properly avoiding congestion and preventing over crowdedness.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #3

The most important feature of the seating is the comfortability and the easiness as one has to sit for approximately 2 hours to watch the full length movie.

The seats should possess wide armrests to maintain the right balance and the sliding footrest should extend before as the backrest reclines.

This will help in giving the support to the body.

There should be a proper stability and flexibility at the seat and back, and the seat should possess high density foam cushions in order to offer extreme comfort and back support. The seats should be capable of providing support from head to toe.

Therefore, only those seats should be selected that are fully comfortable in each and every manner so that it should become relaxing and entertaining to watching film.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #4

You should always opt for that type of home theatre seating which suits your decor and should embellish your home theatre.

There are different types of seating like upholstered home theatre seating, the timber’s natural wood grain brightened with an oil finish, etc.

with a wide range of colors like pinks, browns, etc.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #5

The home theatre seating should consist of strong and durable couches and seats.

Home Theatre Seating Tip #6

The most important thing to be kept in mind is the budget.

You should first set your budget as there is a wide range of prices.

For example, a three-seater Rodeo Leather Lounge with built in wireless bass shaker, recliner, footrest, and wide armrest rolls that costs around $4700 is the best.

Therefore, the most important thing to be considered before planning to have a home theatre is its seating.

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Home theatre’s are very popular, and we want to bring you the most up to date information online! Be sure to check out our latest information page on home theatre seating.

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The Home Entertainment System – Electrical Preparation, and Furniture Purchasing
By Budda Oliver

The wildly popular home entertainment system is just one of many new and exciting electronic products that are being offered by electronics stores these days. While the DVD player and the top-of-the-line stereo may be appealing and worth the cash for some, few can argue with the seductiveness of a newly outfitted, high performance television complete with fully operating surround sound speakers. But this dream come true can quickly become a nightmare if you realize that your house is not properly outfitted for this high-end product, or if your living room is not adequately furnished. Ensure the successful use of your home entertainment system by prepping your electrical scheme and upgrading your entertainment space.

The process of upgrading your houses electrical system is fairly simple. The reason behind employing an electrician to outfit your residence is that old homes tend to have electrical systems that are outdated. These outdated systems, while still in perfect functioning for simple tasks like washing machines and light fixtures, are unable to handle the high demands of a home entertainment system. You may find that if you keep your old electrical wiring while trying to employ a home entertainment system you may blow a fuse, or worse, damage your new television. This problem is simply fixed by contacting a local electrician and having them run a check on your home. If it turns out that your home needs new wiring, simply make use of the electrician’s services and let them take care of it while they are doing so, you can turn your attention to furniture in your living room.

While the style of furniture may be subjective, no home entertainment system is complete without adequate, new furniture. Be sure to consult your house mates if you are planning to buy a new couch or loveseat as tastes do tend to differ on matters of furniture, but once you have come to an agreement, it is advisable that you go to the top of the line and spare no expense in maximizing your purchasing power. Furniture is an excellent investment for your residence as it highlights both your sense of style and contributes to your overall comfort and well-being. When combined with a home entertainment system, top of the line furniture can seem like a gift from heaven.

After electronically outfitting your house and buying high-end furniture, you should feel satisfied that your living space is now ready for some serious enjoyment. Enjoy the space, and the security of a properly fitted, well-furnished environment. Be sure to update your electrical wiring every few years, and keep careful watch over the maintenance of your new furniture.

Mr. Oliver is a marketing agent of Arundel Cooling and Heating. The HVAC and electrical contractor provides heating, air conditioning, and electrical services throughout Maryland. For more information on their HVAC and Electrical Contractor please visit their website.

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