A wireless network adapter is a device that connects your PC to a wireless network. With a wireless router, you can connect PCs to your network using radio signals instead of wires. A router sends info between your network and the Internet. You can also find these at computer or electronics stores, and online. Some ISPs also offer combination modem/wireless routers.

Typically, ISPs that provide DSL are telephone companies and ISPs that provide cable are cable TV companies.

You can get a broadband connection by contacting an Internet service provider (ISP). Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and cable are two of the most common broadband connections. A broadband Internet connection is a high-speed Internet connection. Get the right equipmentīefore you can set up your wireless network, here’s what you’ll need:īroadband Internet connection and modem.

This article describes the basic steps for setting up a wireless network and starting to use it. A wireless network at home lets you get online from more places in your house.

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