I have a Compaq Armada E500 Laptop
2007-07-07 05:53:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Wireless internet
2007-07-07 05:59:41 · update #1
There is a difference between Wi-Fi and wireless internet.
Wi-Fi is a wireless network that may or may not have a internet connection, either one you setup in your home or bussiness or at a local Hot Spot such as Starbucks or McDonalds.
Wireless Internet is a service provided by most cell phone companies that allow you to insert a pcmcia card in your laptop and receive a wireless 3G signal were ever you can get a cell phone signal to your laptop to connect to the internet wirelessly.
2007-07-07 07:03:31 · answer #1 · answered by Taba 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are referring to mobile wifi service, many cell phone carriers offer the service.
1. The service is expensive (per-minute charges apply)
2. The service is about as reliable as a cell phone
3. The speed, although advertised as "blazing" is much slower than a cable modem.
2007-07-07 12:58:34 · answer #2 · answered by Let me steer you 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to buy a WiFi Router which you use with your existing cable or DSL service. WiFi is just a short range networking technology and not a high speed Internet delivery service.
2007-07-07 13:11:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your question doesn't make any sense... if you mean you're looking for a router, Linksys, Netgear... both good... if you are trying to get internet service you should contact the companies in your area that provide it and then you'll still need a router to go wireless (inside your house)
2007-07-07 12:58:05 · answer #4 · answered by EVOX 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋