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Ethernet cable is used to connect computers to a network as well as to provide access to the internet from a DSL or cable modem. Ethernet wiring is the process of adding cable throughout a home or building to setup a network or connect to the internet. Installing ethernet wiring is similar to wiring a telephone or cable line, because the cable goes to one or more outlets in a room.

Decide where the cable needs to be run. Ethernet cable can be wired into individual rooms to have a connection to the Internet. An outlet may need to be added, depending on how the cable is going to be wired into the room.

Use a standard electrical box as the outlet for the ethernet cable. An electrical box is nothing more than a metal or plastic box which contains the cable which is covered by a faceplate connector. An electrical box can be installed in an unfinished wall as well as a finished wall.

Run the cable from each outlet or room to a central location such as a basement. Ethernet wiring can be installed under the floor, on a ceiling in a basement as well as through a floor. Each of the ethernet connections to be used is going to need to connect to a hub of some kind.

Use a router and connect each individual ethernet cable. A router is used to connect more than one device to a network or internet connection. This allows more than one computer to share the same internet address used by the DSL or cable modem.

Label each cable that goes to a specific outlet in each room. Use a piece of masking tape to indicate which room the cable has been wired. This will make troubleshooting any problems that arise much easier.

Connect the router to a DSL or cable modem. Once all of the wiring and connections have been made, connect the router to whichever type of modem is being used.

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