can any one tell me what a wireless router is, and what it does? im getting a laptop and i need to get the internet, im not sure if thats what a wireless router is for. if it isnt can some one tell me what i need to get the internet on my laptop?
thank you.
2006-09-23 08:42:57 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
A wireless router offers two things:
a) a router and ethernet switch
b) a wireless access point (WAP)
The router provides a connection to the internet (WAN) and the ability to share that connection, typically using a technique called Network Address Translation (NAT).
In essence what NAT allows is the creation of your own internal network. The WAP allows you to connect to that network via Wifi
2006-09-23 09:49:07 · answer #1 · answered by Gizmo L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To connect to the internet on your laptop you need a wireless network card in your computer. Most laptops come with them already. If you want to connect to your home computer via a wireless router then you need the router. If you have roadrunner then you could add a wireless router and you may or may not need a wireless card. Depends on how old your laptop is.
2006-09-23 08:57:08 · answer #2 · answered by poohbaby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's basically a WiFi hotspot that you can hook up in your house. Yes, that's what you'll need to get the internet on your laptop.
2006-09-23 08:47:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋