Introduction
So you want to setup an internet connection? We need the internet to carry out the simplest chores these days. Bank statements, e-mail, online shopping and so much more all being done over the internet. It has truly revolutionized the way we have been living our lives. So what are all the hardware internet connections need? The answered depends on where and what type of internet connection you are going for and hence we will be discussing most or all of them in detail so it is easy for all of us to get the information we need. All the hardware internet needs, from the Ethernet wires to wireless routers will be discussed.
History
Now first things first you need to see on what are you connecting your internet and how do you intend to use it. If you’re setting up a connection on a desktop you’re gonna need an Ethernet cable wire, an Ethernet card and a Ethernet driver for that card. In case you’re using a dial up connection you’re gonna need a modem instead of the Ethernet card. The thing is any DSL, ADSL or cable net or even a local network can only be connected through Ethernet. Hence if you’re using a connection of that sort you must install a Ethernet card in your desktop. These days most desktops have Ethernet card as a built in option and is already available to you. Another way to connect to the internet on your desktop is through wireless connection. If you don’t like wires roaming around the computer it’s best to use a wireless receiver. Now you could get this in the form of an adapter or a wireless card, like the Ethernet card. The adapter is connected to the computer through USB interface, whereas the card is directly connected to the motherboard. Although the company says it has equal speed, I personally believe that the wireless card has much faster processing speed. These are some of the basic hardware internet connections need on a desktop computer. You would also need the same parts for a laptop but they are normally built-in and are of different models than the desktop computers
Features
Now let’s talk about the routers. The router takes the incoming signal from your modem or direct telephone line and distributes the signal to the computers or devices. The router is an optional hardware internet needs, you can use a cable modem as well but cable modems usually have cable net and do not have wireless connection options. Routers on the hand have wireless connection options and people usually connect the modem and the router together for better use.
Tips and comments
Now there are some well known brands in the business for routers and modems as they are the most expensive hardware internet requires and you will be purchasing. D-link, Speedtouch and Linksys are some of the top most trusted brands. Finally the wires, always use a CAT5 Ethernet cable for the connection as they are the best, unless you want better and efficient wiring you can always use optic fiber glass wires. These are all the hardware internet connections need.
