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    newbie, plz handle w/care

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by ktmracer475, Dec 26, 2005.

  1. ktmracer475

    ktmracer475 Newbie

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    want to be able sit on couch in other room and surf net wirelessly.
    i have DSL and the modem is a 5200 speedstream and my laptop is a Toshiba TE2100 with built in 802.11b. this all i have, no other computers, networking, nothing.
    what do i need to obtain? i do not know difference between a wireless access point, routers, adapters , cards whatever.
    and suggest brand/model if possible.
    thank all for help.
     
    ktmracer475, Dec 26, 2005
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    nickspohn Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    If you have a B card in your laptop, then you need a B router. Most now of days routers have B/G so i might suggest getting one of those because you probaly might upgrade to a G card one day. You dont need anything else except the router. Maybe check my guides (link in sig) and they can give you a better grip on wireless and a little info on what router might be right for you. Good Luck!
     
    nickspohn, Dec 26, 2005
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