how do i set up a wireless connection?

Answer 1

first, you need DSL or cable modem in your house. then you need to get a wireless router. from there, you can wirelessly connect to the router from your computer using a WLAN card.

so it goes like this...

cable into house-> cable modem->wireless router->WLAN card on computer

Answer 2

That's a pretty broad question. I'll assume you're looking to set up a WiFi connection in your house and haven't bought anything yet.

In which case, you may want to check out the Airport Express from Apple (http://www.apple.com/airportexpress/). *Really* easy to set up, enable WEP or WPA (encryption) and the whole shebang. Basically, but it, plug in an ethernet cable from your cable or DSL modem, hook up a USB cord, and use the install CD.

Then of course after you get it set up, you should be able to connect pretty easily from any modern laptop (last 3 years for PCs, last 5 for Macs). On Macs, go to System Preferences, then Network, then Airport. On PCs, go to Control Panel > Network Connections then Wireless Internet Connection and search for networks.

Answer 3

I just did that. You meaning between a PC desktop and a Laptop?
Make sure you have the same frequency. I bought a Belkin internet card and a Belkin router 802.(1) g. they ar different labled. Make sure you purchase the same kind.
I bought my through the internet it got delivered and its cheaper.
Than when you come home unpack the router.
put it where the Desktop is. unplugg the cable of your DSL modem
follow the instructions that come with the Belkin router. all you need is to switch the cable from the modem to the router.
than put the belkin internet pc card into the slot of your Laptop and you're ready to go. I figured it out myself and it was not too tough to do.

Answer 4

To start with informing yourself, if you have windows XP, go to help and type Wireless networking or something to that effect, print the information and start reading. That would be a good starting point for you.

Answer 5

There are excellent steps and links to additional information on PC world at:

http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,102461-page,1/article.html