How much would it cost to setup 10 desktop computers and 10 laptop computers to a server and network?

I need to have 10 Desktop and 10 Laptop computers all networked together and all hooked up to 1 server. Also (3) 24" monitors need to be hooked up to each desktop computer. I would like to know what I need for this project and what it would cost to get it done. It is for a small business just starting out.

As asked, this is a pretty open-ended question, and as such very hard to answer.
Does the server already exist?

What's the network operating system (NetWare, Windows, Linux, Mac/OS)?

Is the wiring infrastructure already in place?

Do all the computers have network cards?

Do you need services other than file & printer sharing set up, such as e-mail, proxy, database?

Do the computers need to have applications loaded on them?

Painting with a *very* broad brush, a competent network technician, setting the network up right, will take 5-10 hours to set up the server, and 1-1.5 hours per PC for setup & testing. Rates for network installs can run from $45-$125 per hour.

2008-12-26 08:07:01 by Warlock of Id | Posted in Computer Networking

How to connect a laptop and a desktop computers?

My desktop computer has an updated anti-virus program and my laptop has expired its anti-virus. I want to connect these computers together because I want to scan the laptop for viruses using my desktop's anti-virus program. Is this possible?

Yes its possible. Firsty connect ur desktop and laptop. share the windows drive(say c:) of laptop. make sure u allow the netork to change settings. For that u have to check both the check boxes while sharing. Now add a network place at ur desktop and give the path of ur shared drive c:. Now go to my computer and add a network drive. (My computer>tool>map network drive.) add the shared one.

Now the c: of ur laptop is just like ur normal drive of desktop. Scan it and get rid of viruses.

Best Of Luck...!

2009-02-11 22:31:51 by Rodolfo Jr. P | Posted in Computer Networking

What is the best way to connect 3 desktop computers to my wireless router?

I have a cable modem and wireless router in my office. There are 3 desktop computers outside that I assume cannot pick up the wireless signal. What is the best way for me to get them online through the wireless? Do I need to buy a device for each computer or is it possible to put another router out there and connect them together?

You can set up another router as a bridge using DD-WRT firmware and connect the 3 desktops to that. Or just buy a wireless adapter for each individual desktop.

2009-03-10 11:52:59 by P C | Posted in Computer Networking

What is the best brand for desktop computers?

I want to purchase a new desktop computer and I'm choosing between these brands:

Compaq
HP
Dell

Which one is the best brand as far as desktop computers?

Compaq and HP are two brands owned by HP, and from a reliability standpoint are going to be identical.

Judging from the results in PC Magazine's 20th annual service and reliability survey of its customers, Dell is a bit more reliable than HP, but not by much. Both brands have their share of problems - the only major brand that does better than both in PC desktops is Sony.

2007-12-03 13:55:22 by Camille W. | Posted in Desktops

Were can i find good desktop computers for cheap?

I want to buy a desktop but i don't no anything about computers. I want a good one but i don't have a lot of money to spend? Is there websites that sell good refurbished ones. Do they garentee the computer?

2009-01-25 14:51:57 by Kyle J | Posted in Desktops