http://compnetworking.about.com/od/h...eadvisorq2.htm
be ready to provide the following details about your home network:

* how many computers you want to network
* whether you have any mobile computers at home
* the operating system(s) running on your home computers
* the type of Internet service you have at home
* what you plan to use your home network for
* where networked computers will be located inside the home
* and some of your personal preferences