The Basics, Briefly

If you’re reading this book, you probably already know the basics. So we’re not going to bore you to tears about how to do really simple things because you likely already know a lot about setting up computers, for example. But there are some nuances that are worth exploring with regard to your home setup.

Broadband

Unsurprisingly, for the best remote-working experience, you’ll want to ensure that you have the best possible Internet broadband connection that you can get. And that Internet connection will need to support everyone who is online at any given time in your household to keep conflicts to a minimum. If in doubt, get the bigger package. It’s worth it.

Many households use Wi-Fi routers to distribute connectivity around ...

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