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Slow Data Transfer is not Always caused by the Network Slow data transfers are sometimes caused by a slow computer. Determine if the computer is the reason by comparing the transfer speed with a different computer connected on the same [...]

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When only one computer on your network is slow it is easier to troubleshoot because the problem is isolated.

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Troubleshoot a Slow Network – Slow Server

by Dorian on April 4, 2011. Updated August 17, 2011

Troubleshoot a Slow Computer Network Your Computer is Slow and Not the Network.
How do we know the server is slow and the problem is not elsewhere?

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How to Run Network Cables?

by Dorian on February 26, 2011. Updated August 28, 2011

If you are installing your own Computer Network and you want to run the cables yourself, you need information about the process and the planning. This is what this post intends.

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Mnemonic – Network Cable Standards

by Dorian on February 22, 2011. Updated August 28, 2011

If you are crimping a lot of RJ45 patch-cords and you always forget the wire sequence, here is a Simple method to remember the wire sequence and colors. I always use the same standard and by doing so I don’t [...]

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How to Make an Ethernet Patch-cord

by Dorian on February 22, 2011. Updated August 28, 2011

Tools and supplies needed for a network patch cord: Twisted pairs cable Scissors or cutter pliers RJ45 male connectors Good quality Crimper Start by stripping the pvc cover off the twisted pairs cable. Remove about 3inches (7cm). Separate and untwist [...]

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How to Build a Computer Network

by Dorian on February 18, 2011. Updated August 28, 2011

If you own or manage two or more computers you need to connect your computers in a wired network to share Internet Connection and other services.
Here is a complete How To Build a Network.

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Computer Network – Tools and Supplies

by Dorian on February 18, 2011. Updated August 28, 2011

Punch down tool – The punch tool is used to insert the network cable in the patch panel or similar connection panels. For a small network up to 7 devices you might not need it as you can easily connect [...]

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