Does using a wireless network cost anything?
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That depends on who is running the network.  If it's a friend or neighbor, I would expect nothing.  If you want to hook up with a T-Mobile or Verizon, etc hotspot, then expect to pay money.\n\nSome commercial spots may let it be used for free (if it brings in more customers).  Some hotels give it for free, possibly some coffee shops.
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Make it easy on yourself...buy a router...dont use internet connection sharing....you can buy wired routers for as little as 15 bucks..
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Depending on what 'flavor' of wireless service you mean. In general, wireless is more expensive because it is a newer technology and generally a bit more difficult to set up. In due time (on the account of years; possibly a decade or more) the price will drop. However, in that time a newer wireless technology will emerge and bring the price back up.\n\nIf you are simply talking about making your own home network with a WiFi router then disregaurd.
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For Laptops: it ranges from $5- $119. Wi-Fi G would start from $32.\n\nFor Pocket PC : it ranges from $29 ~ $120. G Wi-fi are around $69, (without Rebates or Sale.)\n\nTypically the are for buissness men, however teenager are also one of the big users. \n\nHope this is what you wanted!
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ya. buy a wireless lan card and plug it in to your com port.\nthey cost around $39.00 for a cheap one that will do the job. antenna is built in. Get the standard 802.llb Wireless\nCardbus as they call it.
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It would be advisable for you to pay a trained professional to do this. there are alot of different ways your network can be setup. by bringing in a professional they can give you proposals and cost while helping make sure you keep within local codes and fcc guidelines. they can also help eliviate troubleshooting when it doesnt work right.
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I have sbc yahoo too and when I hooked my laptop up to dsl I had to buy a wireless card. I bought mine at Best Buy. It is a Linksys. They usually cost around $60-$70. It comes with a disk. so just follow the directions.
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Buy a wireless router and PCI card for your other computer. Costs around $100
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want cheap?  Try the loacte wirless seach tool that comes w/ your comp.\n\nIt will locate any in the area and display signal strength.  \n\nCheap is free and free is....well you arn't paying for it someone else is lol.
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You can set up a wireless network with ANY internet connection.\n\nHowever, the cost of a few metres of phone extension cable is easily cheaper than the cost of a router and wireless adaptor.
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If your laptop has WiFi enabled, then you can go to any local internet cafe like a Starbucks, etc. and it should work fine.  If you are looking to get wireless broadband from home Time Warner can set you up with their Road Runner product for around #12.95 per month for the first year.  Hope this helps
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The cheapest solution is to get a usb wifi key, which is going to cost around 30 euros!
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u can hav a broadband connection which will be cheaper if ur high user of internet. and there are wireless connection prvided to u within ur area which are less costlier. ur laptop shold have wifi card inbiult so u can easyly access to it. there is no other option for it
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Yes, it does cost something.  It depends on your telephone company.  Where I live I think it costs about $1 every time you use it.
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If you dont have a router, get one, if you do you just need a network hub and a wireless access point.\nYou can get an all in one wireless router for about 59.00, and then each of the computers need a wireless pci card or usb device. For security just enable a WEP key--the instructions on the router will walk you through it.  Get a NETGEAR or D-LINK wireless device
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lol.. no. my wireless connection is better than that. Get Earthlink DSl (yes earthlink sells DSL) or verizon DSl thats much faster.
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Yes.\nHere are some options:\n\nCABLE  \nRequires professional installation of coaxial cable, cable boxes, splitters etc. \n\nPros - Fast download speeds, most cases wiring is already in place, less costly package deals available if purchased w/ phone and tv programming.\n\nCons - Slightly more expensive than DSL\n*Contact your local cable provider.\n\nSATELLITE\nRequires professional installation of a small dish w/ ability to send and receive signals. \n\nPros - Makes internet accessible to remote or rural areas where DSL or Cable access is not available.\n\nCons - Most costly of all options. Download speeds limited. Telephone line needed for initial setup in most cases.\n*Contact Dish Network, DirectTV or your local provider\n\nWIRELESS\nMany municipalities across the country provide or have plans to provide, free wireless access. Your town may fall into this category. Check with your city hall.\n\nHOTSPOTS\nFree - local restaurants, snack shops, bookstores and coffee houses. \n*While using a vendor's free "hotspot," be sure to make a purchase...it will keep you in their good graces and insure that you'll be welcome on your next visit. \n\nCommercial - Requires a subscriber fee or paid account. Some  offer "Pay As You Go" options similar to cellphone offerings.\n\nShared - Neighbor (within 150 ft.) with internet and  wireless router or AP. Offer to pay a small fee to share neighbor's broadband via his/her AP. Just make certain that you both "turn off disk sharing" services and that the arrangement does not violate any provider defined "terms of service."