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An Internet connected home/home office network, consists of a variety of hardware and software components. In this tutorial we look at the various components that you need to create a computer network and connect it to the Internet. At the end of the tutorial you should understand what devices are required to create a home network and what functions they serve. You should also understand the Internet services that are essential for connecting to and using a home network and the Internet. Internet Connection Components and FunctionsThe diagram below shows a typical home or small office network layout. DSL Modem–This converts digital signals into analogue signals that are suitable for sending over a telephone line. It is usually built into the Internet/broadband router and not normally purchased as a separate component. DSL/Broadband FilterUsed to filter out DSL signals from telephone signals so that you can access the internet and use the telephone simultaneously. Firewall and NAT Router
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