Configure a Laptop to a Wireless Router
Have you ever wondered how to use wireless router with your laptop? With technology moving forward, in the future, the old rj45 and Ethernet wiring system may become outdated and not supported by modern day laptops.
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Steps
- First, you'll need to set up a router. When you purchase your router, it is usually straightforward. The instructions will explain all.
- On the Windows XP, look on the right of the taskbar. There should be an icon that looks like a computer monitor with curvy lines next to it. Right click it and select View available wireless networks.
- Then, select you wireless network. If you are prompted to enter a key, enter the WEP or WPA key you setup with the installation of your router
- On Windows Vista, open Control Panel in the Start Menu, and click network and internet.
- Single click Connect to a Network. A list of networks should appear. Click on your network and connect. You may be asked for the network key, insert it like you do on Windows XP.
- On Windows 7, follow the same procedure as Windows Vista (step 4 and 5.)
Tips
- When setting up your Wireless Router, use a very secure password containing letters of both cases, numbers and symbols.
- As wireless networking can slow down your internet, always use gold plated Category 6 (CAT6) in connections where you can.
Warnings
- Wireless networking can be lethal on planes , so if you are using an airliner, disable your Wi-Fi before boarding the flight unless you have sole permission to leave it turned on from the airline, or the aircraft has a Wi-Fi connection.
