I am going to BestBuy today and buying a laptop. I have Verizon DSL at home and I want to use it for my laptop too but wirelessly. Do I need to get anything to set this internet connection up. I heard about routers but which one should I get if i do need one.
2007-08-29 08:43:16 · 9 answers · asked by chrisrg93 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Linksys routers are really easy to setup, just pop a CD in and it walks you through the process.
2007-08-29 08:46:20 · answer #1 · answered by Julie L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wireless Router
2007-08-29 15:45:26 · answer #2 · answered by ○Freeman○ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Linksys is what i have also. the documentation will walk you through setting it up. it's not hard just time consuming. they also have a phone # you can call for extra help. when you do this, don't overlook network security. the router will tell you how to set a password that's different than the default. be sure & do this because hacker's count on the fact that many people install these and don't bother to change the default passwords. they can get free internet plus it's a security risk to your pc's. read the directions & if it seems like more than you have time for or want to take on then you can hire someone to do this for you. good luck!
2007-08-29 15:59:26 · answer #3 · answered by itsjustme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
linksis Wireless Router
2007-08-29 15:46:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will need a wireless router. I have a Linksys and my in-laws have a Netgear. I set up both networks - the Linksys was a little easier.
2007-08-29 15:48:26 · answer #5 · answered by Double A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any broadband router/modem will do. Since laptops generally have built-in wireless cards, I would suggest wireless. This will replace your existing modem, then wire the desktop to it and connect the laptop by wireless.
2007-08-29 15:47:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a wireless router. I'm sure your laptop comes with a wireless card. Be sure to inquire at BestBuy too.
2007-08-29 15:46:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whichever wireless router is fine.
2007-08-29 15:46:53 · answer #8 · answered by Andy T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a router, tell that to the best buy people they will assist you .
2007-08-29 15:46:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋