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  • Setting up your computer to go wireless is a fairly simply process provided your computer has a wireless capability built in. Computers that have been released since 2005 typically have ports to insert wireless cards or come with wireless devices already installed.

    Wireless Computers

    Wireless-enabled computers can quickly and easily connect to a wireless network. To set up your computer to become part of a wireless network, a wireless network needs to be established. This can be through your own Internet Service Provider (ISP) at home or by accessing a wireless network in a private or public place.

    Setting up a Wireless Network at Home

    ISPs usually require additional devices called wireless routers to be connected to their modem so the computer can "see" a wireless signal. These routers can be purchased at any electronics store and are fairly simple to install.

    Going Wireless outside Home

    To join a wireless network outside of your home will depend on the parameters set by the hosting wireless community. Typically, libraries and public buildings offer free connection onto their wireless network, and might allow limited access to a pre-selected set of websites. Cafes, airports and hotels commonly provide wireless service access to their customers.

    Additional Wireless Devices

    Technology is growing highly sophisticated with wireless technology. Some printers are now wireless-enabled, which is highly convenient as it does not require any cable connection between the computer and the device.

    Considerations

    Wireless networks range in signal strength depending on how close the computer is to the wireless router. Some unforeseen interference can weaken a wireless signal, causing very slow Internet access speed. Computers with wireless capabilities commonly show an indicator of how strong the signal is.

    Source:

    Built in Wireless Computers

    Setting Up

    Apple AirPort

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