SOHO Netflix and network security

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Published on 2010-01-27T22:15:46Z Indexed on 2010/03/14 15:05 UTC
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I want to use WIFI for HiDef video, but I don't trust it for my office PC's. I've heard of VLANs but I have no idea how to set it up or what (SOHO) hardware to buy.

Other than getting 2 different DSL lines, how can I be absolutely sure that the PC side doesn't get hacked?

What if I want to use MS Home server as a backup device for both sides? Can I make it "read only" for the PC side, and physically change the cable if I need to restore?

TW

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