yes but generally it works on local network.. for internet you need some access privilege
internet
I wireless desktop card is hardware you install into your computer so you can connect your computer to a wireless network from a router or access point.
That would be considered stealing their internet and that's against the law.
To access the online desktop, one must install an internet desktop program, such as Log Me In or Desktop Live. The programs allow users to access their computer from anywhere.
A wifi card gives your computer internet once you insert it so you don't have to connect to anything. And its just an internet service for laptops not for a desktop.
The modem on your computer must connect to your Internet Service Provider's server over a land telephone line. You connect the computer's modem to a telephone jack as you would a telephone.
A desktop computer has all the same capabilities as a laptop, aside from being portable. Both can process information, connect you to the internet, print documents and pictures, even play DVD's and CD's.
you do not need any cables tying down your laptop or desktop computer, also you can access the Internet anywhere in your house!
By obtaining an internet card for you desktop or laptop, you will be able to connect to the world wide web and surf the internet. You can also get wireless internet cards that give you much more mobility and the ability to connect to the internet almost anywhere.
You have to use remote desktop connection and know either the computer ip address where to wnat to connect to or full name. Start->All Programs->Aceessories->Communication->Remote Desktop Connection. P.S. You connect only to Windows Xp Pro or server versions (Windows 2003...). Windows Xp Home cannot be a remote computer where to want to connect to.
A Verizon AirCard allows users to connect to Verizon high speed interent anywhere they are. Those who subscribe to Verizon's broadband Internet services simply have to connect the Aircard to a laptop or desktop computer. The device works as a modem does, and allows subscribers to access the Verizon network with the card.
Remote Desktop - A+ pg 960