How to Boost Laptop Wireless Internet Connections
Although your laptop can join any open network as long as it has an active wireless adapter, the speed of the connection can vary for each network, which can make Internet browsing a frustrating experience. With the help of an Internet optimization program you can improve your laptop's wireless connection by tweaking your Internet settings. These programs are available at software download sites and are usually shareware, which offers a limited trial before requiring the purchase of an activation code.
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Instructions
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Internet Optimization for Macintosh Computers
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Open your Internet browser and click the URL field. Type "Apple.com" in the field and press the "Return" key on your keyboard.
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Click the "Downloads" tab at the top of the site and move your cursor to "All Downloads."
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Click the "System/Disk Utilities" link, and click the "Most Popular" tab. Scroll down and click the "Download" button in the "Snow Leopard Cache Cleaner" section.
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Locate your downloads folder and double-click the "slcc.zip file" to unzip the software. Double-click the "Snow Leopard Cache Cleaner" icon to run the application.
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Click the "Demo" button, and click the "Optimize" tab. Check the box next to "Tune for Broadband" and click the "Run" button.
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Enter your system administrator password and click "OK."
Internet Optimization for PCs
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Open your Internet browser and click the URL field. Type "download.com" and press the "Return" key.
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Click the search field on the site and type "Internet booster." Click the magnifying glass to begin your search.
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On the page that comes up, click the "Download Now" button in the "OSS Internet Speed Booster" section. Click the "Save" button on the dialog box to save the program to your desktop.
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Double-click the file on your desktop to run the program.
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Click "Speed Booster" on the sidebar and check the box next to your connection type, and click "Next." Follow the onscreen instructions to optimize your laptop's connection.
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