The two major components in a small computer network are a modem and wireless router. The modem is wired to the Internet via the cable company's coaxial cable, the telephone company's DSL phone line, ...

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To install a new modem and router using an Ethernet cable, you need the following items. Modem Router Two Ethernet cables Coaxial cable Modem and router power cords Before installing your new modem, ...