I am moving into an apartment complex that forbids the use of routers so I am trying to figure out how I can go about connecting multiple devices to the internet without one.
I have been researching and what I would liike to do is use a WAP connected directly to the internet and then connect my computer/misc devices through that but I am not sure if that is possible.
If this can be done what hardware/software would I need to make it happen?
2007-07-02 08:49:06 · 8 answers · asked by Silden 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
The only way I know it can be done is subscribe to the mobile internet offers from these cell phone companies, where you can browse internet anywhere. I know it is expensive but I don't know any other way.
2007-07-02 08:52:23 · answer #1 · answered by flying_bull 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First things first. Using a router is not forbidden unless you are not the one paying for the internet. If the Apartment is providing the internet than I can understand the rules, even though I don't agree with them ( you are paying the rent)
You can use a router that is NOT wireless and use RJ-45 cables to connect. Or if the apartment provides a router, hence the reason you may not be able to use one, than just get a switch with as many ports as you need and perhaps a few extra for growth.
2007-07-02 16:03:52 · answer #2 · answered by mountainlvr65 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If there isn't a public WAP (which is a wireless router) that is avaliable for everyones use, then, you're kinda out of luck. You HAVE to have a wireless router somewhere within the area if you're going to be able to access the internet. And, that wireless router must be attached to a modem.
You could try a configuration like this --- broadband modem > hub, but then you've got a collision domain which routers and intelegent switches avoid. With just a couple of hosts, that shouldn't be a problem.
2007-07-02 15:58:13 · answer #3 · answered by users_are_stupid 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First - exactly where are you moving to that "forbids the use of routers" and for what reasons?
Second - as other posters have said, you can probably get away with setting up the router to not broadcast the SSID and you should be all set.
The only possible reason I can think of having this restriction is if Internet service is provided to you free of charge. Then, since you are not paying for it, you have no rights to adjust the use of the service. If that;s the case, then you may be able to get your own separate service.
There is basically no other valid reason at all for anyone to "forbid" the use of a router. Period.
2007-07-02 16:07:24 · answer #4 · answered by wyntre_2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forbids Routers ? What kind of crazy communistic apartment building are you moving into? Find a different apartment. Why would you want to live under some crazy rules like that? Who knows what next they will forbid ??
If there are no cameras in your apartment watching if your using a router, use the dang router, your paying the rent.
2007-07-02 15:57:14 · answer #5 · answered by perk2u_wi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a router to connect to the internet wirelessly. Then the apartment forbids wireless internet. So you will have to go back to wired.
2007-07-02 15:53:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Canada, landlords can't do that, it's illegal.
You need a wireless router. Period.
Enable WAP AND Hide your SSID and the landlord will never know. It'll be in the router Manual.
2007-07-02 15:53:39 · answer #7 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no one can ban a router from anywhere
2007-07-02 16:32:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋