I just bought a laptop online and I just need to know what I need to have wireless internet at home. I already have cable internet, but I just want to know what to buy to have it on my laptop.
2007-10-09 08:53:59 · 8 answers · asked by krm305 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
You need to buy a ROUTER and install it at home, the computer (if it has Internet wireless connected) will recognize it immediately. (Be sure you lock the signal that way no one would be able to use.....)
http://www.consumersearch.com/www/computers/wireless-routers/index.html?referrer=yahoo_ssp
http://www.officedepot.com/textSearch.do?uniqueSearchFlag=true&Ntt=router+wireless
I'm using the Lynsys is really good.
2007-10-09 08:57:29 · answer #1 · answered by Flaca II 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the specifications of your new laptop; it may have a wireless adapter built in. If it doesn't, you will have to buy an adapter or card which will cost between £15 and £30 ($30-$60)
You also need a wireless network router; I recommend buying a combined "modem/router" for ease of use. Try eBuyer or Aria for good prices (if you're in the UK).
edit* I'm not sure if a modem is needed for cable, you'll have to ask someone more knowledgeable than me.
2007-10-09 16:03:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to have a wireless receiver or card in your laptop. Most come with wireless standard now.
Then get a router for your cable and you will be good to go.
2007-10-09 15:57:13 · answer #3 · answered by Rob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check previous answers to this question in YA search but...
Basically a router with wireless. If your laptop doesn't have built-in wireless, also a wireless card/usb.
2007-10-09 15:57:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk you your cable company. They cna give (or sell) you a wireless router that hooks up to the cable. I would not advise this though, because not only are you able to use the wireless internet, so is anyone else within its range.
2007-10-09 15:58:19 · answer #5 · answered by John C. 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Most laptops these days have built in wireless adapters. If your does not then you should buy a usb wireless adapter.
2007-10-09 15:59:52 · answer #6 · answered by leonkingofthelion 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you need a wireless router your internet provider shoul be able to give it ti you or you can go buy one and G is suppose to be the strongest.;.
2007-10-09 15:57:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a wireless router
2007-10-09 15:56:39 · answer #8 · answered by sarah 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋