Question for the Pros>> Networking at Home

[cdi386]

Just a couple questions.. It will be my first time to create a Network at home and I was wondering which is the best way to go. Should I use a Router a Switch or a Hub for a Home Network of 5 PCs running Windows XP Pro. And the second question is befor I create a Network should I use a DOMAIN or use the WORKGROUP? I want to have Internet connection on all PCs and i'm running with DSL?
ThanX in advance

 

[clearwater6]

Since you have five computers to network, I would suggest a router (cable or wireless) would be more suitable. This would provide a more convenient way of communications between your computers.

Unless you are extremely security conscious I would suggest use WORKGROUP (peer to peer) system.