What's a Router & What's a Modem Explained in Plain English

[JennOsler23]

I have a question about the router firewall. if i have another firewall install in my computer(the default one) the i add the router, it will slow down my internet connection? because i know the more firewalls you have the slower the internet gets... so it's just like adding a "firewall" from another web page? note: i do know the main purppose of a router im just curious about the firewalls :D

[videopublish]

I think you might run into problems doing this... I vaguely remember trying to do something like that 10-13 years ago for I forget what reason. You definitely would cause problems for file sharing if you had two computers sharing files on opposite "sides" of the second router. It's certainly not going to benefit you much and generally you'd be better off using a switch (or a hub, but switches are better) if you want to add more computers than your router can handle via Ethernet. Hope that helps.

[TinyBossMgo]

is it possible to connect a router to another router?

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You can connect multiple routers together to extend the range of the wireless network, but they generally have to be set up in a specific way to do this.

With a wired connection, it's also possible, but a switch would be better if you're looking to connect more PCs via Ethernet.

For example, I have a gigabit Ethernet switch in my basement which all of my wired computers connect through, which then connects to my router. Gives me very fast x-fers when I need to copy big files between computers.

[TinyBossMgo]

Is it possible to connect a router to another router?

[TinyBossMgo]

is it possible to connect a router to another router?

[SuperMichael06]

dude just get to what the video supossed to be

[videopublish]

Sorry, I have a certain way I do my lessons which a lot of people like, but hey, it's not for everyone. There's always the "scrub" option to jump ahead if you're in a rush. :)

[Djknoxy143]

great tutorial!

um can you help me?

I'm having a problem about logging in my router. I forgot the username and the password. what do I have to do? thanks!

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Hi. Glad you found it helpful. You often can reset the router to "factory settings" (including the password) with a button on the back (the button may be recessed and if so would need a pen or paper clip to press). This varies from manufacturer to manufacturer, but is pretty common.

One thing to do is do a Google search for "reset X router password" (where X is the name of the company that makes the router, like Linksys for example) and you'll usually get specific steps.

Hope that helps.

[Djknoxy143]

thank you very much! I did what you said and it works!! thanks alot!!

I love you man. no homo :)

thanks i love all your videos.

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Thanks!

Please note: the second part of this video is on the way...

[raffytaffy441]

so if i want psn online its ok if my modem has only 1 free ethernet space for a wireless router right i can still get reception for my psp and ps3????

[videopublish]

The purpose of the router is to hook more than a single device to the sole Ethernet port on the modem. Assuming it's a wireless router (which most are) that means you can connect as many wired devices as you have ports (usually 4 on most routers, although you can add more if you use a hub or a switch like I do at my house). And as for wireless devices, theoretically you could have dozens hooked up at once, but in practical terms 1 to 2 dozen. Which is plenty for most people. :) Hope that helps.

[henkyxxx]

first comment :) great lessons Godwin

[videopublish]

Thank you. Don't forget to go to my website and join the free Easy Computer Lessons Bronze Club for a lot more.