Below you will find the bare minimum of parts that one would need in order to build the desired network. As with most things in life, these descriptions are not the only way to achieve the result. For these descriptions it is assumed that one will be building a wired CAT 5 network and using one IP address provided by their cable company as a means a WAN access where applicable.

Single Workstation With WAN Connectibility

• Workstation
• Cable Modem
• Patch Cable

Two Workstations Without WAN Connectibility

• Two Workstations
• Cross-Over Cable

Two Workstations With WAN Connectibility

• Two Workstations
• Cable Modem
• Router with Built-in Switch/Hub
• Patch Cables

Three or More Workstations Without WAN Connectibility

• Three or More Workstations
• Patch Cables
• Switch/Hub with Adequate Ports

Three or More Workstations With WAN Connectibility

• Three or More Workstations
• Patch Cables
• 1 Router with Enough Switches/Hubs to Handle Network