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Yes it can be. Some companies software allows you to. But most all custom firmwares (DD-WRT and the like) allow you to do this for certain. If you are buying a router with the intent to do this, I would recommend getting a DD-WRT compatible router (list here: http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Supported_Devices ) in order to ensure you can.
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Networking Hardware: Enjoying Wireless Connections At Home?
To enjoy the freedom of sharing a wireless network and the internet at home, the proper networking hardware needs to be installed. First, a router needs to be connected to a cable or DSL modem. A typical home networking router includes four Ethernet ports, which could be used to connect to other computers and compatible peripherals. To connect to a router without Ethernet cables, wireless network adapter devices must be used. A PCI network adapter must be permanently installed directly onto a computer's motherboard. A USB network adapter is easier to use because it could be plugged in and out of a USB port. Some laptops have built-in network adapter technology.
Can you use a wireless mouse adapter as a wireless usb adapter to get the internet signal?
No, the wireless mouse adapter was meant to receive the signal from the mouse only. This is because there are many wireless devices and your adapter was designed only to pick up the one registered device. Even if you could donate the mouse responder to the router, the adapter would expect the router to send it mouse specific commands only.
Why a laptop cannot detect wireless network?
The only reason your laptop would not recognize a wireless router is either you do not have a wireless network card or your network adapter card is not working. Also, there is a switch on the side of your laptop that has to be turned on for your wireless network to come on. Check the switch first, if that does not do it then go into Device Manager and right click on your network adapter card and see if it says that it is wireless. If indeed it is a wireless modem, the most likely problem is that you do not have drivers.
What does a wireless router that has no hard drive to share mean?
Most wireless routers do not have hard drives. If there is a drive on the network (NAS Network Accessed Storage) that cannot be shared it could be a router setting but there are many other reasons such as NAS setup that are more likely.
Where could I purchase a wireless network adapter?
Many stores have these wireless network adapters. One of the best online stores is ncix.com. They have a great selection. Best buy also is good if you want to go to an actual store.
What determines the speed of a wireless modem, is it just the network?
It depends on how old the modem is but usually its just the network. If the provider is having problems well the internet will be slower. Also if you have a wireless router that could greatly impact your speed if there are problems.
My account keep getting disconnecting you from XboxLive and have a wireless adapter What is wrong?
There could be wireless interference between you and your router. There could be some kind of problem with your modem, internet, cable, etc. Go to the test connection page, try connecting and message me what the problem is.
Where can you get the Nintendo WFC?
To go on wi-fi you will need a router(wireless or wired)if it is wired you will need to buy a LAN Adapter you can get one from your local gameing store. Then for either router you will go to options on the Wii then you will go to Wii Settings then got to Internet, click on Connection Settings. Chose a connection(1,2,or3) click on it, then chose what kind of router you have(wired or wireless)if its wired it will detect your router and it should be over by then.If your router is wireless then you will have to scan for the router(sometimes a crap load of routers will come up, so chose the one with the greatest connection) then you should be connected unless you have a password for your router. For the DS its like the same thing but you can only use wireless.
Where do you plug-in a wireless adapter on the computer?
to set up a wireless router you first have to connect the router to your internet modem. Once you do this it will start brodcasting your internet signal. connect your computer to the router with an ethernet cable and run the disk that came with your router. This disk will guide you through seting up your router
Where could I obtain a xbox 360 wireless adapter for the smallest amount of money available?
Just go to amazon.com and you can find lots of cheap. There's Xbox 360 wireless network adapter available last price was $69.99 but now $49.99 only and you can save $20.00 for that.
Where is a wireless router connected to a computer or modem?
A wireless router will usually be connected directly to a high speed modem between the modem and any other device. This allows the router to correctly pass internet requests from the local network (computers connected wirelessly or to a standard port) to the ISP (the high speed modem connected to the Internet port). Connecting a wireless router to a computer would be unusual but it could function if connected to the network port on the computer provided the router-computer connection was properly configured. In this case the computer would have to be configured to route.
Where could a person buy Powerline adapters?
A Powerline adapter is used to connect a YouView box and router. The adapter may be a conventional or wireless version. They can be bought when ordering the YouView box, or if required can be ordered from the Talk Talk shop at a cost of £35.
