Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Communications and Networks

List various communication devices. List ways you can try to strengthen your wireless signal

Communication devices are:

  • Digital modems (Broadband modem) sends and receives data and information to and from a digital line.
  • Wireless modems uses a mobile phone provider's network to  to connect to the internet wirelessly from a computer or mobile device.
  • Wireless access points is a central communications device that allows computers ad devices to transfer data wirelessly among themselves or to transfer  data wirelessly to a wired network using wireless technologies such as Wi-fi.
  • Router connects multiple computers or other routers together and transmits data to its correct destination on a network.
  • Network card enables a computer or device that does not have built-in networking capability to access a network.
  • Hubs and Switches provides a central point for cables in a network.


Ways to strengthen wireless signal

  1. If your wireless routers has antennas, make sure they are extended completely.
  2. If you are going to remove the antennas, replace them with a wireless signal booster.
  3. If possible position the wireless router or wireless access point in a central location of your home and away from appliances. or electronic devices.
  4. Purchase a range extender for your wireless router or access point
  5.  If you still experience problem with the strength of your wireless signal after following the suggestions above, consider replacing the wireless routers or wireless access point.

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