what do I need to buy to use wireless internet spots with my laptop?
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A wireless network adapter, either one that connectes through a USB port (they are slightly larger than a pack of gum) or one that connects through your PCMCIA card slot.  The advantage of the first is that you can use it on multiple computers; the advantage of the second is that you don't need to carry anything "extra" around to plug into your computer.  With either, you will need to install software onto your computer, which is simple and the directions will come with the network adapter.  Lastly, you will most likely need to purchase a package to be able to use the wireless networking at the locations that offer it.    The two links below will tell you about many places that provide it, and many free ones.  Prior to purchasing a package you should stop by the locations that you will most often use your computer at, and see which service they use.
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Simply attaching a wireless adapter to the computer will not suffice.  Somewhere near you, in your home, in your office, in an internet cafe or restaurant or libary, must be a wireless access point connected to the internet for you laptop wireless to communicate with.  If you don't have one of these, then you must buy one and connect it to the internet.\n\nSee your wireless owner's manual for information on how to configure this.
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Most, if not all, new laptops have a wireless system built-in, which means the laptop will automatically recognize the presence of a wireless network. All you need to do is connect yourself with the security key.\n\nOlder or cheap laptops don't have it. You must then buy a wireless card. The card manufacturer doesn't need to be the same as the one of the wireless router, as the technologies have converged and are compatible. Once that card installed, you must just connect to the network. \n\nIt's quite simple, especially once the wireless router is well installed.
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you need a usb wireless 802.11 g adaptor (cost around 15 pound), a wireless router (cost u around 45 pound) and obviously internet connection with modem.\n\nNow just connect a wireless router with ur internet modem, configure it according to the instructions give in its manual.\n\nnow connect and install usb wireless adaptor with ur computer and its done. \n\njust serch for wireless networks from the usb wireless adaptor s/w and connect
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Most laptops have a wireless card built in.  You shouldn't need any further adapters.  If it doesn't have built in wireless (802.11b or 802.11g), then you'll need a PCI card or USB wireless receiver.\n\nWhat are you connecting to?  If you're just going to webcafes, hotels, your office, schoole, etc, you don't need anything further, just connect to the existing wireless network.\n\nIf you're looking to get wireless within your house, you'll need a wireless access point.  This doesn't necessarily need to be a router, but since you want to share our internet connection with your existing desktop, you'll need a hub or router of some sort to allow this.  Fortunately, most wireless access points double as small (4-5 computer) routers.\n\nNote that depending on your ISP, the DSL or cable modem they gave you may already have the wireless and router capabilities built in.  If not, give them a call and see if their current models do - most broadband providers will provide you a new modem after you've been a customer for 12 months or more.\n\nWhat you want to shop for is a wireless access point that is also a router.  This should run you about $20-$60, depending on how beefy you want.  The lower end will get you 802.11b, which will provide wireless speeds up to 11 mb/s.  The higher end will get you 802.11g, which can get upwards of 55mb/s wifi speeds.  Get the best you can afford.\n\nThe wireless router will have 3-5 plugs on the back, plus an antenna.  You'll connect the source plug to your DSL or cable modem and one of the outputs to your desktop.  Use your desktop to connect to the router via a web browser and configure the wireless options.  (Give it a name, specify security if you want to keep it private, etc; the router should come with specific instructions on this)  Once configured, connect to it from your laptop and enjoy.
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If all you're doing is using a laptop and want to log in at a Starbucks or other location with wireless internet access (hotspot), all you need is a wireless adapter (USB is probably the most popular and convenient for you).  Wireless adapters come in several flavors (i.e., wireless-b, wireless-g and pre-n).  Wireless b is cheapest and slowest (older techology), but should work for your purposes.  You can't go wrong with wireless-g, which is the most popular now.  Load the driver software (on CD-ROM) that comes with the adapter, then plug the adapter in, and you should be ready to go.  The cost for this can be as little as about $20, if you shop around on the internet (you can always find decent deals on passwird.com and techbargains.com).  If you're setting up a network at home, you'll need a router, which you plug into your cable or dsl modem.  The cost of the router and adapter together can cost as little as about $60, depending on whether you go wireless-b or wireless-g).
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hi first get the wireless router and if ur laptop is wireless enabled then just connect ur existing broadband router to the wireless one and then install a USB wireless network adaptor on ur old PC and then Power on the wireless router and both of ur computers and then search for wireless networks under Networking tabs and then configure the router as to ur own needs following the easy to use guide provided with the router ok\n\nIf in doubt ask me again with more details about ur problem ok Good luck
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As advised by other you would need a wireless router but before you go out buy one you need to know what sort of broadband connection you have ie through cable or through phone line commonly know as DSL/ADSL.\nAs both have different type of wireless router due to different type of connection coming into your house.So check the type of broadband connection you have before you go out and buy.
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So let me get this straight you ahve one maik desktop? a laptop and than another desktop ? and you want the desktop to use your internet connection? first offthey make wirless cards for any computer. it can be a usb wireless card or an internal one that you can install. try www.bestbuy.com call and describe to them exactly what you want to do.
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There are regular wireless networks which are usually based on the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g wireless standard and will work with your regular wireless card in your notebook. You can setup a wireless network in your home using this kind of equipment. \n\nThen there are Wi-Fi networks which are actually wireless broadband networks. Some cities use these for their municipal workers so they can access the Internet and city resources from their vehicles. This service is being extended to consumers in some areas for a price so you can get wireless Internet access from your laptop all over the city. Another example of Wi-Fi is Verizon's broadband wireless service. In theory, you can get wireless Internet access from your laptop almost anywhere in the country even while you're on the road using a special PC card supplied by Verizon. The service cost around $50 a month and the card costs about $200 I think.
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You can purchase any wireless PCMCIA card for that particular laptop. What you are looking for is a thin, credit card sized device that will allow you to connect to the internet. \n\nSome companies to consider:\n\nLinksys\nNetgear\nD-Link\nBelkin
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I do not recommend the router in the ad.  You should go to Wal-Mart and pick up a Linksys router for around $45.00.  If your laptop is already set up for wireless, then that is all you will need.  If it is not set up, then you will need to purchase a PCMCIA Wireless card.  They are about $40.00 as well.  I recommend Linksys, but there are many brands to choose from.  Two good places to see what is available at the lowest cost are http://www.geeks.com and http://www.pricewatch.com  D-Link also makes a quality Product.  Shy away from Airnet, as they are cheaply made, Blanco also are junk.  Hope this helps
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You'll need a wireless router to hook to your cable modem and a wireless network card to put in your desktop.\n\nWhat you need is pretty common.  Just go to your local electronics store and they'll hook you right up.
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if your computer doesn't have a wireless card, go pick up a wireless  usb adapter.  it's a lot easier to set up than opening your computer and installing a pci card.\n\nhere is an example.\n\nBelkin Wireless-G USB 2.0 Network Adapter \nModel: F5D7050\nit goes for about $40, but you can always find a cheaper one from Fry's.
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get a rotour.\nand for your laptop get a wireless router.
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Depends on what you already have. Best is a PCMCIA adapter card, either for wired or wireless connection. That's all what is needed.
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You need to have a router. Linksys is a good one. It's easy set up. And also if your laptop does not come with a built in wi-fi, you will need a card to connect to your router.