Drivers are the software that makes the operating system to communicate with the
hardware. For example, to install a network card in any system, one needs the drivers
that are specifically written for that operating system.
20- What is the mostly used network protocol?
TCP/IP, which stands for Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.
21- What is an IP address?
IP addresses are addresses that identify each node on the Internet. These addresses are
either assigned by a network administrator or received from a DHCP server. Each IP
address is comprised of 4 octets or 32 bits (IPv4).
22- What are class A, B, and C IP addresses?
Class A IP addresses are IP addresses which the first octet is the Net ID and the
remaining 24 bits identify the Host ID. In class A IPs the first octet is from 1 to 126. IN
class B IPs, the first two octets define the Net ID and the remaining 16 bits are for host
identification. These addresses start from 128 to 191. Class C addresses use the first
three octets foe Net ID and the last 8 bits are for host identification. This range of IPs
start from 192 to 223.
23-What are CNet’s Network adapter cards?
Pro200 PCI 10/100Mbps
Pro200WL PCI Wake On LAN 10/100 Mbps
CNF401 PCMCIA 10/100 Mbps 32 bit card bus adapter
CN40BC PCMCIA 10Mbps 16 bit
CNWLC-811 PCMCIA 802.11b Wireless LAN card
CNUSB-611 USB 802.11b Wireless LAN card
GNIC2000 PCI Giga NIC card
24- Is Pro 200 supported in XP?
Yes. The drivers for winXP are included in the operating system.
25- How can I network two computers?
-First thing is to identify the Operating Sytem that you are running on each system.
-Second is to acquire a network adapter that is supported in that operating system
or in other words, the manufacturer has drivers for it in that OS.
-Third is to install the network cards on each system.
-Forth is to decide on whether using a direct cable between the two systems or
using a hub/switch. If the two systems are connected directly, a crossover cable
must be used. When connecting to a hub or switch, a straight through cable is
needed.
26- How can I connect to the Internet using a Cable/DSL modem?
