Setting up the Hardware

• Overview of Ethernet

• A 2 Node Connection

• Connecting using 10Base2

• Connecting using a 10BaseT Crossover Cable

• A Multi-Node Connection

• Connecting using 10Base2

• Connecting using 10BaseT

• What types of ethernet cards are there, and which type should I buy ?

• Configuring Linux to talk to your network card

• Can Linux see your network card ?