Connecting a computer running HyperTerminal emulator software to the console port of a router lets you access router information and modify settings without using the device's Web-based configuration ...

Windows comes pre-configured for Internet access via Ethernet. If your computer includes an Ethernet adapter as many do, connecting your computer to the Internet is as simple as connecting a cable.

Is this possible? See I own a gym and I'm trying to network my apartment. The DSL modem with 4 port switch is down at the front desk, while my apartment is on the far other side of the gym, a level up ...