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Wireless Computer Basics

by Larry Amon

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Wireless is the way of life for all things computers, especially networks. If you haven’t gotten started with wireless networking, it's time to catch up. Use this eHow guide to wireless computing basics to learn what you need to know.

  • What Is Wi-Fi?

    "Wi-Fi" is the abbreviation for Wireless Fidelity, an innovative networking technology that has revolutionized the possibilities for Internet connectivity. The sheer Read More

  • How Does Wi-Fi Work?

    Wi-fi, which is short for wireless fidelity, is a way of connecting to the Internet by using radio signals, as opposed to a cable. Find out why both ends of electronic Read More

  • How to Access Free Wi-Fi

    Accessing free Wi-Fi involves finding a public hot spot, right-clicking the wireless network icon at the bottom of the screen and selecting the available network for that Read More

  • What Is Wi-Fi Hotspot?

    A Wi-Fi hotspot is a place that offers a wireless Internet connection to users of laptop computers. The wireless connection is provided by a wireless router, which Read More

  • Wi-Fi for Beginners

    Wi-Fi is a type of computer network. Most commonly used for accessing the Internet, it is also quite popular in homes, offices and as a perk in hotels, libraries, airports Read More

  • How to Setup a Wi-Fi Network

    Wireless networks are everywhere, and you'll be hard pressed to find a neighborhood without one. Just taking your laptop down the street will surprise you with the number Read More

  • How to Protect A Wi-FI Connection

    Protecting a Wi-Fi connection is essential to providing security and privacy to your Internet, get a lesson in wireless networks and routers in this free video. Read More

  • How to Connect a Pocket PC Using Wi-Fi

    Take advantage of broadband speed at Wi-Fi hotspots or in your home network by setting up Wi-Fi on your pocket PC. You'll want to have your network key on hand if you Read More

  • How to Setup a Wireless Network

    Setup a wireless network on a computer in Microsoft Windows by using the setup wizard program, which is located in the control panel. Learn to setup a wireless network on a Read More

  • How to Sign On to a Wireless Network

    Sign on a wireless network in Microsoft Windows by clicking the computer quick launch button located in the task bar. Learn to sign on a wireless network with tips from a Read More

  • How to Add a Computer to a Wireless Network

    When adding a computer to a wireless network, click the icon that looks like two computer joined together to bring up a dialog box, then select the connect option. Connect Read More

  • About Wireless Network Security

    A wireless Internet connection is a convenient way of surfing the web from almost any spot in your home or office. Place computers and other Internet devices in various Read More

  • How to Secure a Wireless Network

    Secure a wireless computer network by password protecting it when it is first created. Make sure a wireless computer network is secure with tips from a computer specialist Read More

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