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How do you connect a wireless laptop to a wired desktop computer?
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∙ 15y ago
You will need to use a router. Most comercially available routers are both wireless 54g and can support around 4 wired connections as well. As long as you have file sharing enabled, then your two computers should be visible over the network.
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Desktop Computer?
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Can I Connect laptop and desktop lan without cable?
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