Internet and laptops.?
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Most laptops come with wireless ability built in.\n\nSome public places have free and open wireless networks that you can connect to.  Some (such as your mom's house or a friend's house) have wireless networks that might require you to enter in a password before you can use them.
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Sure--this is easy, inexpensive, and will completely change the way you use the internet!\n\nSince you already have a wireless adapter for your laptop, the only thing you should need is a wireless router.  Before we get into the particulars, the only way to take advantage of a wireless network is if you have a broadband internet connection--like DSL or cable internet.  Otherwise, it just won't work.\n\nOn to routers.  You can find them at retailers like Best Buy and Circuit City, as well as anyone selling computer accessories.  The best-known brands are D-Link, Linksys, and Belkin.  You should be able to buy one for $40-70 or maybe less with a rebate offer.\n\nSet-up is pretty simple.  You should follow the setup instructions, but you should just have to plug the router into a power outlet, and connect the Ethernet cable coming from your modem to the input on the router.  It should all be clearly labeled for you.\n\nThere will likely be some configuring that you will need to do, but it's easy, since the router software interface is accessed by your web browser.  One of the first things you will want to do is set up your router for encryption.  \n\nThere are a couple of different standards that are available--I think WPA is the newest and best.  In any event, you'll need to generate a "passphrase"--a random series of letters and numbers that you should save in a safe place.  You'll need to enter this passphrase in your wireless adapter utility software to connect to the router.  Once your adapter detects your network, it will walk you through connecting to it, including entering the passphrase.  You should be sure and save this connection as a "profile" so your utility will save the passphrase and make it easy to re-connect again.\n\nThat is really pretty much it.  The router should work without much attention.  You may need to occasionally reboot it, but I have little if any trouble with mine.  Remember too, that if you have or want additional computers to access the router that each computer will need its own wireless adapter as well.  USB adapters are a great choice for desktops or laptops, since they require no installation.\n\nEnjoy your new wireless network once you set it up!
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The laptop is probably not as fast a setup as the desktop. Memory, hard drive, etc., are probably limiting the internet speed.
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So do you have DSL, CABLE or DIAL UP? Cuz there ar emany companies who give you wireless cards where you can access internet on the go. IF you have BROADBAND then just get a wireless router and a wireless adaptor and configure it an dyou are done. For more info contact your computer manufacturer and to get a second opinion you can always contact your Internet Service Provider.
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you can use ur wireless network on ur laptop .with out desktop
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Get on of those thinga-ma-jingies wireless cards that stick into the side of your laptop.Not only can you get on the Internet throughout your house,you can also surf the net while your driving.Giving yet another reason for commuters to hate you!
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you'll need a wireless router and adapter for the other computer
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Ok lets see if this helps.  Lets start with your machine.\n\nFirst you need to know if you computer can handle an internet connection. To do this check Start Menu>Control Panel>System>Harware Panel>Device Manager. And try find if theres anything listed under Network Adapters (if its a fairly new laptop it should list atleast a ethernet adapter or a "Wireless" adapter) If it lists one, good you may not need to buy any additional gadgets for your laptop.\n\nNext, check for an "Internet Service Provider" in your area. Normally the easiest and cheaper ones are your phone company or cable company, which you can consolidate your bills with.  And the good thing is if you deal with them they will send you the "other gadgets" you need to set up the internet with. This usually means a software disc, a modem box(or modem/wireless router combination), ethernet cables(the new standard for a "wired" connection), and perhaps some filter boxes to attach to your phones lines\n(so the High speed internet doesn't interfer with your phone, like dial up used to).\n\nThats all I can think of right now, if you contact one of the possible internet companies they will help you through the process.  Please add anything else you may want to know.
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Just get a Linksys or Netgear wireless G router. Connect the WAN port of the router to the cable modem. Connect both notebooks to the router. \n\nI recommended a G router, but only if you laptops have G wireless cards in them. If not, then get the correct router for your cards (if not G then B).\n\nAs far as security goes, use the WAP or whatever security it has. Be sure to change the default passwords. They are not bulletproof, but unless your neighbors are international super spys, the security in the wireless routers should suffice if you actually use it.
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If it is an internal modem don't.  You can but it requires too much tweaking and running through computers.  If it is external (serial or USB) just switch it.  If it is a DSL modem - that's a whole different story.  Best bet is to use a router so that you can connect both.  If you get a wired/wireless router you can use the laptop wireless at the same time.  A router also acts as a firewall, thus giving you additional protection.  Note - if you do go wireless, don't forget to encrypt the connection.
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Some laptops have a wireless card, which sends and recieves information to and from computers hooked up to the internet. It's like a miniradio that connects the laptop to the internet.
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Hi there, \nI work as an IT analyst for BT's wireless internet access so hopefully I can help.\ntoo make your lap wireless enabled all you need to have is a wireless card , if this is a new laptop it will probably have one installed all ready---If your using it at home you will need to buy a wireless router, widely avaiable from about £20, quite simple to set up and then you can surf the net any where in the house.
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You can use the internet sharing wizard in windows if those two computers are connected. If you have a wirelless card for pcmcia and the laptop is not connected to your desktop you need to buy a new one for your desktop pc.
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Your laptop probably also comes with an ethernet port, so if your PC has one you can link them with a special crossover cable.  Or you could prepare for more computers being linked to the same LAN by using a network hub and standard ethernet cables.
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To get wireless internet you first need a normal wired connection (sounds stupid eh?). You will also need a "wireless router" that you can connect the internet to physically and your laptop to wirelessly.
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LAN cable connected to a router (Buy the router) or buy a network card and connect it to your laptop--unless you have it built in--and buy a router.
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if you are on an office network, you have to ask around if there is a workstation for surfing the internet.\n\nmercury of love