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How do you resolve all network connectivity issues?

To resolve all forms of network connectivity issues in a home or business setting, please perform the following steps in chronological order: On the Switch: Identify the cable that connects the Router to the Switch.  What port number is this cable plugged into on the switch?  Does this port number have a link light on the switch?  The link light only confirms that a cable is connected.  You must determine that the cable with the link light is the cable that connects the Router to the Switch. On the Switch: Identify the cable that connects the Computer to the Switch.  What port number is this cable plugged into on the switch?  Does this port number have a link light on the switch?  The link light only confirms that a cable is connected.  You must determine that the cable with the link light is the cable that connects the Computer to the Switch. On the Computer: Check the network adapter link light for the cable that connects the computer to the net...