Wireless internet question?
I just purchased a laptop and I want to use it wireless from time to time in free wireless internet locations, such as coffee shops, etc. My question is....do I need any special equipment to do that? I know for paid wireless you need a modem/router....but just wondering if anything extra is needed for the free wireless I mentioned.
Thank-you, Amber
2007-01-09 15:39:09 · 18 answers · asked by Amber 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
As long as you have an internal wireless card or your own external card, you shouldn't need any other equipment. The only thing you may need is a code from the place you are accessing it at because they may have a secure network set up so random people don't just pick it up. But that's free, you just have to ask for that.
2007-01-09 15:47:33 · answer #1 · answered by Finesse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All you need is a wireless card and as other answers have stated, it is built into most newer laptops. Make sure you have a firewall though, such as ZoneAlarm, because the wireless access at restaurants is notorious for hackers that can invade your computer and mess with your data.
2007-01-09 23:45:41 · answer #2 · answered by Michael da Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A majority laptops have the wireless card built into them. We went a barnes noble a bookstore said free net, you had to pay for the net. Mine will connect any wireless net with no routers or anything
2007-01-09 23:49:42 · answer #3 · answered by baller 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to enable your wireless card. Other than that, most places with free wireless access usually have directions somewhere on how to connect. You could also ask one of the employees there, most of them will know how to connect or find someone who does.
Be careful with your wireless security. If your computer is not adequately protected, you are opening your computer up to hacking and viruses. Keep your anti-virus and anti-spyware software up to date, and make sure you get a secure wireless connection whenever possible.
2007-01-09 23:50:14 · answer #4 · answered by spacecase544 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, as long as you have a wireless card, which new computers generally have now. You will be able to connect to any wireless network that does not have security on it. If it does have security on it, you will be asked for a password.
2007-01-09 23:42:30 · answer #5 · answered by Crystaline 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long at your computer comes equipped with a wireless card, either internal, or external than you are good to go, just make sure it is installed properly, and you are given permission to access these wireless points.
And chin, make sure you installed it correctly, it should come with software, install it, and it should work.
2007-01-09 23:43:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need wireless internet card and for this you have to contact service provider or go for satelite internet but that is expensive and works anywhere even in jungle. Also i don't know much about wireless internet.
2007-01-10 00:48:26 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to have an internal or external wireless card. Most new computers come with them.
2007-01-09 23:42:00 · answer #8 · answered by someone's mom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nope, if your laptop has a wireless capability, then anywhere that a network is in range, you can connect.
2007-01-09 23:43:34 · answer #9 · answered by Justin E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
laptops are usually wireless equipped
2007-01-09 23:43:51 · answer #10 · answered by Mo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋