Windows Network

where is a good place to start in learning about networks, windows networks?
thanks,
green_newbie

 

Well... here's a good link... though if you're on 56k, you're gonna hate loading this page everytime you visit:

http://www.networkmagazine.com

I'm a student at ITT Tech in a Computer Networking course... and have some good books I could recommend... but I suggest first searching the internet, as it's cheaper

 

The first step in learning computer networking is probably to set one up. You need two computers. Two network interface cards, or built in connections. (Use Cat.5, forget thinnet). A network hub. A 4 or 5 port hub will work fine. Two NIC cards and a hub can be purchased a Wal-Mart for about $50. Including cables. Routers are more expensive, but will be needed if you plan to use Cable or DSL service. (Some ISP's provide free routers with a service sign-up).
After you get your two computers connected, and read all the MS help materials, you should have a local area network up and running is a day or two. You can always post here to get help.
Then, go to your local book store and find titles on TCP/IP. That is where to begin.