encrypt it. That if I just installed the router, people would be able to break into my computer and access personal info etc. Do I really need to do this, or was the store just trying to get an extra $150? I don't know much about wireless, but want to set my laptop up with it. Thanks!
2007-08-05 13:47:36 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
It was Best Buy that told me this,
2007-08-05 14:04:06 · update #1
they are just trying to scam you. once you buy your router and install it, there should be directions to set up a WEP address, just a fancy name for a password. If not, email me through my profile with info, ie. IP address, brand, model #, etc.
don't take advice on what router to buy. all modern routers have security settings enabled
2007-08-05 13:57:15 · answer #1 · answered by skistar42 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you technicly capable to install and encrypt the router if you had instructions on how to do the work then forget about paying someone to set up the wireless system. Otherwise find some friend or local shop that will do it for you. Use the Yellow Pages to find a local shop.
2007-08-05 14:55:30 · answer #2 · answered by old crow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds like Sponsorship Scandal Redux except something like that flies under the radar.
For $150 any of us can do more than just encrypting a wireless network.
You may need to do this if hitchhiking your connection by neighbours became an issue.
2007-08-05 13:59:19 · answer #3 · answered by Andy T 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i got 2 computers and one is wireless i use the lynksys adapter and router to have wireless in second computer, but i don't know how to do for laptops maybe is the same and i was thinking of getting a laptop too but not if thats the case heck no
2007-08-05 14:01:54 · answer #4 · answered by skaterbabe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
once you get the router you want it is very easy to set up wireless encryption to secure your wireless, it shouldnt take you longer than 20 mins to do, just read the instructions and you will be fine
2007-08-05 14:41:07 · answer #5 · answered by D McC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The a million GB refers basically to the under pressure Ethernet velocity of the router once you plug in, and given which you have a Gigabit Ethernet adaptor on your pc Your instantaneous velocity continues to be constrained via the "G" or "N" instantaneous conventional transmission, and your cyber web connection continues to be constrained via what the ISP's DSL or cable line can feed you. yet record transfers between 2 under pressure-Ethernet desktops on your place if the two have GbEN adapters would be rapid.
2016-10-14 02:29:05 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
omg $150 thats a lot no one can git into your computer but they can get free internet as long as your computer has a firwall adn your not sharing anything but it is easy to encrypt and it usally saus how to easally do it in the manual i just about a at&t wirelless router that is a router also and its so easy to encrpt it to adn mine was less than $10 some hwo and its brand new
2007-08-05 13:53:27 · answer #7 · answered by turner d 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
at worst, I would charge $20 as it would take about 10 minutes to set up.
based on 10-20 minutes of work, What they wanted to charge is about $450 - $900/hour! They are insane!
2007-08-05 14:03:10 · answer #8 · answered by Jeffrey F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're able to read the manual and follow directions, you should be able to do it yourself. If not, you should probably hire someone and $150 for someone to do a house visit isn't that outrageous.
2007-08-05 16:03:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Linksys WRT54G. You can turn on WEP or WPA when you install it. Cost you about $45. If you need more help let me know.
2007-08-05 13:54:05 · answer #10 · answered by Retired and Glad 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋