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    Wireless Router for Non Hi-Speed USB

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by memphis10, Oct 24, 2005.

  1. memphis10

    memphis10 Newbie

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    I have an older desktop that doesn't have the High Speed 2.0 USB port. It has the older 1.0 USB port. I can use my ipod with it.

    I was wondering if I can use a USB 2.0 Netgear router with that.

    If not, what are my options for a router for a computer with no USB 1.0.

    Also, any router recommendations.
     
    memphis10, Oct 24, 2005
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    What are you trying to do, add wireless to your PC? Either way, 2.0 devices are backward compatible with 1.0.
     
    Brian, Oct 24, 2005
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  3. dr_st

    dr_st Notebook Deity

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    Why would you want to do any networking via USB? It's dreadfully unstable.
     
    dr_st, Oct 24, 2005
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