1. NAME : SITI NUR SOLEHA BINTI ADAM MATRIX NO : 2130163 CLASS : 3TSK2 LECTURER’S NAME : PUAN SITI HAJAR BT ZAINAL RASHID

2.  A gateway is a network point that acts as an entrance to another network.  The term “home gateway” was originally used to distinguish the inexpensive networking devices designated for use in the home.  Combine the function of a wireless access point, a router and provide firewall function.  Also acts like a DHCP to assign IPs automatically to devices connected to the network.

3.  There are many reasons to establish a home network.  Here are just a few of the things home networking allows you to do : > connect to the Internet from multiple computers, game systems, mobile devices and more. > access files and folders on all devices connected to the network. > print from multiple computers on a single printer. > manage security settings for all networked devices in one place.

4.  Model Numbers : TG852G  High speed internet : 150 Mbps  Price : $174.83 / RM708.25  Wi-Fi : -provides 2.4 WiFi connection. -connect multiple computers, laptops and other devices to the Internet wirelessly.  Gigabit Ethernet Ports : connect up to four wired devices.  Wi-Fi Range Extender Capability (via MoCA) : No *MoCA : Multimedia over Coax Alliance. Use coaxial cable and used to extend the Wi-Fi range.

5.  Model Numbers : -DPC3939  High speed internet : -275 Mbps  Price : $167.99 / RM680.54  Dual-Band Wi-Fi : -provide 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz connection. -more reliable connection allows for an improved video streaming and gaming experience.  Gigabit Ethernet Ports : connect up to four wired devices.

6.  Wi-Fi Range Extender Capability (via MoCA) : Yes.  Home Networking : leverage the existing in-home coaxial cable network to create a faster and more efficient network of connected devices.  Parental control : > per-user policies > keyword blocking > domain name blocking > MAC address filtering

7.  Model Numbers : TC8717  Price : $199.99 / RM810.17  High speed Internet : 700 Mbps  Dual-Band Wi-Fi : -provide 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz connection. -more reliable connection allows for an improved video streaming and gaming experience.  Gigabit Ethernet Ports : connect up to four wired devices.

8.  Based on the previous explanation, I choose TG852G & DPC3939 wireless gateway for home use.  For enterprise use, I choose TC8717 wireless gateway for enterprise use. Model Number TG852G DPC3939 TC8717 Price $174.83 / RM708.25 $167.99 / RM680.54 $199.99 / RM810.17 High Speed Internet 150Mbps275Mbps700Mbps Dual-Band Wi-Fi NoYes Gigabit Ethernet Ports Yes Wi-Fi Range Extender Capability NoYes