Computer Networking - December 2007

Ok, I just got a new computer today. As expected, I was forced to downgrade my computer from vista to XP. Anyway, I have always had a Ethernet cord running from the router downstairs (which is connected to the modem) up to my room. My old computer was able to connect to the internet without a problem with the same cord. My new computer also has built-in wireless internet capabilities. And for some reason, on my new computer, it is unable to detect the Internet protocal TCP/IP. I have tried every wizard on both my new computer and the host computer. Please, I need your help. Thanks

2007-12-24 12:41:02 · 6 answers · asked by Tyler M 1

I am wondering about free unprotected wifi internet wirless connections. I use it for free at my college, but I went over my friends house and he uses it for free too. He lives right in an excellent hotspot. Is this OK though? it doesn't ask for a password like if someone were to pay for the service. You just log in, free internet for him. How can this be? and there just a high school near by, could it be theirs or maybe someone whos paying for wifi doesn't know there protecting their spot. Can he get in trouble or is it just free. P.s. I have no idea where its coming from though, he just uses it.

2007-12-24 11:37:17 · 7 answers · asked by grfisgd 6

or will one overpower the other? they are linkskys speedbooster wireless-g broadband routers. if i can, how do i do this?

2007-12-24 09:34:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I also don't know how to look at who is using my internet. I am using a labtop for my home computer. I have cox communications as my internet provider.

2007-12-24 09:23:06 · 8 answers · asked by shelbi_marie20 1

I'm just trying to set up a static IP, so I can finally prt forward the router, so I can finally use the Internet to it's full power.

The manual (http://www.portforward.com/networking/static-xp.htm) says that "some router's act as a proxy between the actual name servers and my computer" and that I need to know if mine's the case.

Please tell me if it is so, or at least give me a helpful tip, which will help me to set up the static IP. No suggestions to call the ISP, please!!!

Show me that Yahoo! Answers is really worth registering.

2007-12-24 08:46:16 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

it finds my network id but connction fails
i have no security installed on my router

2007-12-24 08:36:51 · 1 answers · asked by Luby 5

Just got new internet service and tried to connect my Linksys wireless G router, but when I connect it to the modem, I get no connection to net, I also cannot connect to the 192.168.1.1 site. I checked all the cables, which are securely connected, any suggestions on how I can fix this? Right now I am connected only to the modem, no router is connected. Thanks

2007-12-24 06:37:02 · 4 answers · asked by Mike D 2

I recently set up DSL with 2 computers, and for security reasons, I prefer to turn off the computers at night before going to bed or on vacation. I know I could turn off the modem/router, but other computer users aren't into remembering this. Thanks.

2007-12-24 06:27:22 · 10 answers · asked by JbAchoo 6

is there a website that lets you access hotmail or gmail over through itself ? Im tryingto accessmy hotmail or gmail account over my company's website which restricts these sites and over the Xmas & New year time Im expecting a lot of family and friends emailson these? Please do not suggest any applicationas this requires admin logins which I wont have. Thanks

2007-12-24 06:22:02 · 5 answers · asked by anipilot 2

I currently have a desktop PC running windows XP. I am going to buy a Macbook Pro in the new year when the new ones come out. I will run Bootcamp to have Vista (or XP) and Leopard on the Macbook.

If I bought the Airport Extreme Base Station would I be able to make a wired connection with my desktop and a wireless connection with my Mac so that it would have internet for the Vista and Leopard?

Also.. what is a "built in modem" that the Airport has? I have a shaw modem... would I still need that?

2007-12-24 05:47:10 · 2 answers · asked by canada2010 2

Notice: GL, not just G.

2007-12-24 04:59:48 · 1 answers · asked by Bobby S 3

I have uninstalled and reinstalled my AOL software, defragged my computer, changed access numbers, etc. I have called AOL tech support 6 times, but the problem still exists.

I am now thinking it might be the modem, especially since I also use hyperterminal which also uses the same dial-up modem, and it is intermittant as well.

Any ideas?

2007-12-24 03:41:13 · 6 answers · asked by dwcofer 2

We decided to re-install our operating systems wipe out the computer and start from scratch. Now, it doesn't recognize the wireless card. We installed the driver, but the instructions say that the Windows will recognize the new hardware, but it doesn't. Everything was working fine before we wiped out the old operating system. Do we have to remove the card and re-install it?

2007-12-24 01:28:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a dynamic ip adress but i want a static one. is there anyway of changing it?

2007-12-24 00:18:07 · 7 answers · asked by tregregins 1

i use cdma-1x ptcl v -wireless

2007-12-23 23:08:32 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-23 21:58:09 · 1 answers · asked by fado 1

I am looking for a dedicated 10Mbps connection for a server I have (or will have). Does anyone have any recommendations for places I should check out? I saw calpop.com, anyone know anything about them?

2007-12-23 20:42:43 · 1 answers · asked by William E. Roberts 5

2007-12-23 19:54:34 · 5 answers · asked by cliffkatt 1

My connection of ADSL is disconnected instantly when i unplug the LAN cable from my modem.
However I need to stay online after i unplug my cable for more than 2sec. but i failed due to the instantaneous disconnection,how to make my LAN card or mayb modem not so sentitive for unplug LAN cable?i need this for gaming,called smug.
is there any adjustment i need to make?

2007-12-23 18:37:57 · 4 answers · asked by lorlipop 2

I just purchased a laptop to accompany my desktop computer. I decided to retire my wired Linksys router and replace it with a wireless-g Linksys router (WRT54G).

Anyway, I ran the CD that came with it and followed the installation wizard properly. I disconnected my old router as directed, and replaced it with the wireless router. For whatever reason, my desktop cannot find an internet connection when connected to the wireless. I havent even tried getting the laptop connected yet because I still cant get the desktop back online. When I unplug the wireless and plug the wired back in, it works and connects to the internet perfectly. Does anyone know what I could be doing wrong here?

Thanks in advanced...

2007-12-23 15:25:44 · 4 answers · asked by smokedstory 2

I just got a new toshiba laptop and I attributed my weak internet connection to the range because the linksys router is connected to a desktop in the bedroom farthest from mine. However, my sister's gateway laptop also has a built in wireless lan and when I repeatedly compared each laptop's performance in the same place hers didn't showcase a lot of the connection problems mine was having.

Basically I experience frequent slow downs and disconnections In an estimate of about 5 or 10 minute intervals, but most times my computer still shows I'm connected to the network. Repairs are ineffective and I'm not the most tech savvy guy around so If anyone could tell me where to even begin with this it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

2007-12-23 13:37:04 · 1 answers · asked by Doxx 1

i think this is what a router does but im not entirely sure am i correct? thx.

2007-12-23 13:15:44 · 2 answers · asked by jack_of_son 1

2007-12-23 12:53:22 · 8 answers · asked by Bret 1

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2007-12-23 12:33:43 · 3 answers · asked by S_witchdan@yahoo.com 1

I have a modem hooked up to a router hooked up to two computers, now i have an xbox 360 also hooking up to it, but i dont want a router in between the modem and 360. So is there a cable that can, from the modem, split into two, one which will go to the router and the other directly to the xbox 360?

2007-12-23 10:51:15 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

My town has free WiFi, I saw the router in powerline 500 feet from my home, but the signal is very weak, can I use just like TV antena like to improve signal strength?

2007-12-23 10:20:00 · 2 answers · asked by TopGun 6

I am using Shaw High Speed Internet.

2007-12-23 08:55:41 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got an iPod Touch. If I were to buy a router, could I for example go to school and still have internet on the iPod?

2007-12-23 07:42:25 · 8 answers · asked by Patrick 1

Are you able to get something on myspace or facebook to see who has visited your website? I dont want it but if other people have it i wont be wanting to look at there profile lol.....so do you know if there is anything available like this on myspace or facebook?
thank you

2007-12-23 07:19:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I currently only have the internet in my room, i have a dsl modem, connected to my pc. if i get a dsl router, i would have to connect the modem to the router, then from the router to the 2 pc's correct?

2007-12-23 05:41:06 · 4 answers · asked by Krispy 4