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What is access point?
An network access point is where you can wirelessly or wired (depending on the router) gain access to network capabilities it is connected to (eg. internet, domains, remote desktop). The access point when wireless has a WEP/WPA authentication key to prevent unwanted connectors from gain access to those privileges mentioned. The connection goes from the internet modem, then to router (the access point), then to the device you wish to gain network for (whether wireless or wired)
For a wireless router to work does the computer with ist have to be on is the other computer to get the wireless signal from that computer?
If you do have a wireless router on, you don't need any other computer to be on, say if you have a laptop downstairs, and a computer with the router upstairs, the computer can be off, but the router has to stay on, and you can access the internet using the laptop from downstairs, if you have a good enough signal. Hope this helps!
Do you need a network card to connect to the internet?
NO If you intend to connect to the internet using wireless then you will need access to a wireless access point, whether it is one you provide or one you use at a business or work location.
What is the difference between WAP and WLAN?
WAP is an abbreviation for Wireless Access Point, provided by an Integrated Services Router (ISR). Laptop computers and other various devices with wireless capabilities may be able to connect to the internet on this wireless connection. WLAN is an abbreviation for Wireless Local Area Network. Multiple wireless hosts are able to easily connect with one another when they are all on the same WLAN.
What is the difference between laptop computer and a PDA?
You can access the internet on a laptop but not on a PDA.
If you have got a non wireless internet modem and you also have a laptop ha do you get internet on your laptop without plugging in?
You need to add a wireless access point to your wired internet.
Wifi ready laptop and you cant access the internet?
WiFi ready just means you have a wireless card you need an internet connected wireless network available to access the internet.
If your buying a laptop which one do you buy to get internet access?
All can get Internet access you just need a wireless Internet router nearby.
What are some general steps needed in order to get access to mobile internet using a laptop?
To get access to mobile internet using a laptop one must have wireless card in their laptop or use a wireless dongle. 3G or 4G can be used and one must purchase usage online or have a contract.
What is wy-fy?
I think you mean WI-FI. It's just a nickname for wireless access. If your laptop is WI-FI capable then it can access wireless access points. Generally for Internet access.
does Philly have free wireless internet service?
i need mobile access to the internet w/my laptop i would like to know about the free internet
i already have internet thru my cable i have a laptop wireless and i want to add my laptop to my internet?
Just get a wireless 802.11 adapter for the laptop to connect to the internet.
How can you put your laptop wireless?
install a wireless card on your laptop, and have wireless internet (via modem) in your home
How would you access the internet with a laptop?
Either connect via a wireless network, connect through a 3G network or connect your laptop with an ethernet cable.
Is a router essential and obligatory for a laptop to connect at Internet by wireless?
A router and the modem that will hook up to that router so it can provide the internet. Or you can wirelessly connect to the modem with Wi-Fi. You can also use a dongle for on-the-go internet.
Laptop with a wireless card from Verizon can you attach a wireless router to your laptop and use it as an access point?
No. You can not attach a router and use a standard Verizon Wireless aircard as a wireless access point. This is why they have MiFi which is essentially a wireless access point.
Is it true that you can access the Internet on a laptop but not on a desktop?
Untrue. You CAN access the internet with a desktop. There are two primary ways just like a laptop. You can either hook an ethernet cable to the PC or you can attach a USB-attached Wireless device that will access the internet in a wireless manner the same as a laptop. Laptops normally can also be directly be connected to an ethernet cable. The desktop access is normally limited to access you pay for since most people can't easily take their desktop down to their local coffee shop to access free Wi-fi!
